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3/10/25, 11:15 AM Statement by H.E. Ali Salem Al Kaabi, on International Women's Day - Middle East News 247
growth and development. Furthermore, the day emphasizes the strong belief and confidence in Emirati
daughters to achieve exceptional milestones in diverse sectors, owing to the constant support offered by late

Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan during his reign, who paved the way to achieve unconditional success.

On the occasion of International Women’s Day, His Excellency said: “Under the guidance of Her

Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, ‘Mother of the Nation,’ Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union,
Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation, and President of the Supreme Council for

Motherhood and Childhood, the pioneer of the women’s empowerment journey, and the symbol of giving and
inspiration, Emirati daughters have achieved exceptional success locally, regionally and globally. Her
Highness’s robust ambition and initiatives have empowered daughters of the Emirates to become strong
contributors towards developing and creating a prosperous society, and have become shining lights that

attained pride and honour globally. They have set exceptional examples of strength, determination and
creativity in various fields.”

H.E. Al Kaabi, further highlighted that the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan sought to end all forms of
discrimination against women and girls, eliminate all forms of violence against them, ensure Emirati women’s

active participation in the society by providing equal opportunities, encouraging them to lead and enhancing
their societal empowerment by implementing policies and laws that foster gender equality across diverse
sectors.

H.E. Al Kaabi stated that International Women’s Day is a significant event that honours the status, role and
contribution of women to human civilisation, as well as their efforts in country’s renaissance and nurturing

future generations. H.E. lauded the government’s efforts to empower Emirati women and the outcomes we
are witnessing today, which have led to significant advancements in women’s participation in diverse fields
and have consistently put them at the forefront with their talents and energies that they have harnessed for

the well-being of the nation and society.

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