ABU DHABI: Sheikh Salem bin Khalid Al Qassimi, UAE Minister of Culture, stated that women empowerment is a model in many fields. The UAE, since its establishment by the Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, has laid strong foundations for building a resilient nation.

The UAE will celebrate the “Emirati Women’s Day” on Wednesday to honour the remarkable achievements and contributions of Emirati women to the nation’s development.

The theme of this year’s Emirati Women’s Day, “We share for tomorrow”, follows the directives of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, the Mother of the Nation, Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union (GWU), President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation (FDF). It reflects the UAE’s commitment to a participatory approach to progress, involving all segments of society in achieving its vision.

Marking Emirati Women’s Day, he stated, “Guided by science, knowledge, and faith, the country has been a pioneer in empowering women across vital sectors, investing in their capabilities, skills, and experiences. Today, this empowerment stands as a model across various fields.”

Sheikh Salem highlighted the UAE’s most recent remarkable achievement of ranking seventh globally and first regionally in the Gender Equality Index, according to the 2024 Human Development Report issued by the United Nations Development Programme.

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He emphasised that this milestone would not have been possible without Emirati women’s unwavering support and empowerment, which has strengthened their presence and enabled them to realise their aspirations.