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also highlighted their achievements within the Federal National Council. The session served as an
awareness-raising platform, emphasising the critical role played by women parliamentary staff in
discussing issues of concern to various segments of the community, particularly women. The duo also
shared the key skills that should be developed to enhance the prospects for success for those aspiring to
participate in parliamentary life.
Additionally, Ahlam Al-Lamki highlighted the role of the General Women’s Union in encouraging
Emirati women to engage in parliamentary activities, in cooperation with strategic partners, including
the Ministry of State for Federal National Council Affairs which serves as the National Elections
Committee. The Ministry is responsible for supervising all operational matters of the Committee,
including administrational, financial, and technical functions. As the session concluded, Al-Lamki
reiterated the commitment of the General Women's Union to advance its efforts and initiatives to aid in
the enhancement of the role of Emirati women in political life, establishing political empowerment of
women as a fundamental pillar of the vision of the Emirati Union and a key focus of its strategies.
The Ministry of State for Federal National Council Affairs is dedicated to implementing the political
empowerment program. Through various initiatives, they aim to prepare more engaging and influential
citizens, familiarise individuals with the workings of parliamentary life, and highlight the significance
of the Federal National Council's legislative and auditory functions in serving the country and fulfilling
the aspirations of its citizens. Furthermore, these initiatives seek to support national strategies and visions
that bolster the country's leadership across different sectors.
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