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During your tenure here, what has given you the
most personal satisfaction?
At the outset, I would like to take this opportunity
to express my heartfelt gratitude to the UAE’s
Foreign Minister and Deputy Prime Minister,
H.H. Sheikh Abdullah Bin Zayed, for his
forward-thinking global outlook and inspiring
leadership. I am deeply thankful for the trust and
confidence he has placed in me to represent the
UAE and to translate its ambitions and foreign
policy values across the realm of multilateral
diplomacy.

His vision and commitment to fostering
international cooperation have not only
empowered me but have also set a remarkable
example for all of us engaged in the pursuit of
diplomatic excellence. It is an honor to carry
forward the UAE’s mission on the global stage.

I have truly enjoyed my work in this field, and
amidst various multilateral challenges, I have
come to recognize my identity as a dedicated
multilateralist.

While the list of accomplishments during my
term is extensive, a few highlights stand out:

elected to lead UN agencies in Geneva during - Leading the UAE’s candidature campaign at
my tenure. This historic and unprecedented shift the Human Rights Council.
in the multilateral landscape is a testament to the - Collaborating with my UK counterpart to
power of women’s leadership and the positive advance a resolution on “Quality Education for
change it can bring. All Girls,” which garnered an unprecedented co-
sponsorship of over 100 member states across
I had the joy of collaborating with these the region.
extraordinary leaders who are driving - Engaging in peace diplomacy with various
transformative change across their institutions: stakeholders across UN Geneva and international
Doree Bagdan, the Secretary-General of the organizations.
ITU; Professor Celeste, the head of the WMO; - Leading the campaign for the UAE’s candidature
Amy Pope, the Director-General of the IOM; to the presidency of the World Meteorological
Madame Ngozi, the Director-General of the Organization, the second oldest UN agency.
WTO; Ms. Rebecca Grynspan, the Secretary-
General of UNCTAD; and Ms. Pamela Coke These experiences have been immensely
Hamilton of the ITC, Ms Nada Nashif , Deputy rewarding and have reinforced my commitment
High Commisioner for Human Rights; to multilateral efforts. I carry with me fond
memories, cherished friendships, and invaluable
Together, they are not only breaking barriers experiences that will continue to inspire my
but also inspiring future generations of women diplomatic journey ahead.
leaders. Their leadership is a beacon of hope and
progress, and I am excited to see how they will Based upon your experience and outstanding
continue to shape a more equitable and inclusive career, what advice would you give to the younger
world. generation of diplomats who are starting their

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