The opening session of Global Women’s Forum Dubai will see keynote speeches by Her Majesty Queen Rania Al Abdullah of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, wife of His Majesty King Abdullah II Ibn Al Hussein of Jordan and HH Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs.
The Forum will also feature high-profile Arab and international speakers including Christine Lagarde, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund; HE Dr. Ameenah Gurib-Fakim, President of the Republic of Mauritius; HE Sheikha Lubna bint Khalid Al Qasimi, UAE Minister of International Cooperation and Development; and HE Reem Ibrahim Al Hashimi, UAE Minister of State; as well as influential figures from the public and private sector around the world.
During the event, HH Sheikha Manal bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of the UAE Gender Balance Council and President of Dubai Women Establishment, will welcome participants and guests from all over the world. She said the strong participation at Global Women’s Forum Dubai reflects the UAE’s leading position on a global level, as well as its efforts to enhance the role of women and maximise their contribution to society.
HH Sheikha Manal added that Global Women’s Forum Dubai will highlight the achievements of Emirati and Arab women across various fields and help to rectify inaccurate stereotypes about women in the region. According to Her Highness, the fact that the UAE won the bid to host a global event of this calibre is an international recognition of the country’s strategic values and
vision to advance women’s meaningful participation and integration in socio-economic development.
HE Mona Ghanem Al Marri, Chairperson of the Board of Dubai Women Establishment (DWE) and Vice President of the UAE Gender Balance Council, said: “Hosting this event in Dubai recognises our leadership’s vision and continuous efforts to strengthen the role of women and their capabilities to contribute positively and effectively to the National Agenda. It also reflects the importance our leadership has placed on giving women the opportunities they need to develop their careers whilst caring for their families, to build a society capable of achievement and progress.”
She continued: “Global Women’s Forum Dubai will provide a unique platform for a global dialogue between female decision-makers, and leaders of organisations concerned with women affairs. Participants will have the opportunity to exchange experiences in regards to gender balance and the development of women’s skills and capabilities. We will also highlight the leading example that our country has set in advancing women and encouraging them to further contribute to the sustainable development of the UAE.”
HE Mona Al Marri also stressed the value that this unique gathering of prominent local, regional and international leaders will add to Global Women’s Forum Dubai. Welcoming keynote speakers with diverse backgrounds and exceptional achievements will enrich dialogues, and inspire creative as well as innovative ideas which will enhance the influence of women within our region, and globally.
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