Sharjah 24 – WAM: Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of the Federal National Council (FNC), stressed that the journey of Emirati women’s empowerment is a distinguished global model where they have achieved excellence in all areas of sustainable development, due to the wise vision of the UAE’s leadership.
In his statement on the occasion of the annual International Women's Day on 8th March, Ghobash said, “On this occasion, we commemorate the achievements of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and his inspiring vision for the vital role of women in building the nation, as well as his belief in their capacities to become efficient partners in all areas of life. The same approach was followed by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and the Supreme Council Members and Their Highnesses Rulers of the Emirates, in addition to the efforts of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, 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), to help achieve Emirati women’s empowerment."
“On this occasion, I would like to commend and laud the inspiring role of Sheikha Fatima in empowering Emirati women through her constructive initiatives,” he added.