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4/28/25, 1:36 PM UAE committed to shaping just, secure digital future for women: Manal bint Mohammed
On this occasion, H.H. Sheikha Manal bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum,

President of UAE Gender Balance Council, wife of His Highness Sheikh Mansour

bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the

Presidential Court, praised Brazil's leadership of the BRICS group and reaffirmed

the UAE's dedication to global collaboration that uplifts women and ensures

sustainable, inclusive growth.

H.H. Sheikha Manal stated that "economic empowerment is not only a basic right

for women; it is a national priority and a driver of sustainable growth and

innovation." She emphasised that gender balance is central to the UAE's national

agenda and that economic empowerment for women is a strategic priority that

drives innovation and resilience. The UAE continues leading the region with

progressive laws supporting equal pay, parental leave, and women's full economic

participation.

She highlighted the UAE's commitment to including women in climate action and

green innovation, noting their leadership roles in sustainability, solar energy, and

agriculture.

Furthermore, H.H. Sheikha Manal praised the timely and vital themes addressed at

the BRICS Ministerial Meeting on Women's Affairs, noting that they reflect a

shared determination among member states to place gender equality at the core of

sustainable development and global progress. She noted the importance of

international collaboration, adding, "BRICS offers a valuable platform to share

knowledge and create opportunities for women to lead climate action efforts

worldwide."

H.H. Sheikha Manal expressed deep pride in the UAE's remarkable milestones in
advancing women's economic empowerment-milestones made possible through the

unwavering support of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al
Nahyan, and the encouragement of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al

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