UAE leaders hail women’s role in building societies

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, said in a tweet on the X platform, “On International Women's Day, we celebrate the contributions of all women in fostering lasting progress and development to uplift society.”

“To women in the UAE and around the world, we express our sincere gratitude as you continue to inspire future generations through your pivotal impact and achievements in all fields,” Sheikh Mohamed said further.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai also took to the X platform to express his gratitude to the women globally.

“On International Women's Day, we celebrate women's giving, strength, sacrifices, and contributions to building societies and countries,” Sheikh Mohammed wrote on X platform.

“Women are the secret of life, its story, and its soul. They are the educators of generations and the creators of heroes,” said Sheikh Mohammed.

His Highness Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President of the UAE, Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the Presidential Court, said in a tweet on the X platform “On International Women's Day, we express our appreciation for the role of women in the renaissance and development of their society, and we extend our greetings to every woman in the Emirates and the world, who contributes with her efforts and giving to building a better future for her country.

“The Emirates is a model in empowering women and providing all the capabilities to achieve their ambitions and serve their country in all fields,” said Sheikh Mansour.

Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, said on his X platform “On International Women’s Day, we celebrate women’s achievements and their inspiring role in communities and nations, past, present, and future. We take pride in Emirati women and their significant contributions for the prosperity of our nation. Wishing you all a happy and fulfilling year ahead!”

Meanwhile, UN Women has called on the international community to uphold rights, equality, and empowerment for all women and girls.

''International Women's Day is a powerful moment, and this year more than ever. The cause of gender equality has never been more urgent, nor the obstacles in our way more apparent; but our determination has never been more unshakeable,'' said UN Women Executive Director Sima Bahous in her welcoming remarks at the UN commemoration of the 50th International Women's Day on 8th March.

''Today we celebrate equality for ALL women and girls, and we celebrate coming together, here, now, everywhere. This year our call is, "For ALL women and girls. Rights. Equality. Empowerment."

Because equality with exceptions is not equality. Because the world has promised rights, equality, and empowerment to all women and girls, everywhere, always. And this promise has yet to be realised.''

''From governments to boardrooms, from classrooms to households, women's equality is the greatest solution, and we know that. Every study we do, every project we do, every programme we do, every effort and partnership we have tells us that women's equality is the greatest solution.

"Real solutions require that women be at the heart of decision-making. Women bear the heaviest burdens of conflict, displacement, hardship, and loss. Yet, we know that when women are at the table, peace is broader, more inclusive, and more enduring,'' she affirmed.

''We know that when women's voices are heard equally, societies thrive. We know that when women lead, economies prosper. We know all this. Now, we must act on it. So that the promises we have made are fulfilled for ALL women and girls, and so that all women can lead and thrive,'' she concluded.WAM