His Excellency Younus Al Nasser, Assistant Director General of Smart Dubai and CEO of Dubai Data Establishment, said:“Emirati women are a key pillar to progressing the nation and a key contributor to the future development of every sector. By empowering women, we can shape a prosperous future for our country.”

“Our wise leadership considers empowering Emirati women to be of utmost importance; this vision has paved the way for women in the UAE to become global examples for empowered and successful modern women,” H.E. added. “Since the establishment of the UAE, women have made tremendous contributions towards the country’s achievements – contributions that remain forever engraved in the nation’s collective memory. On Emirati Women’sDay, I salute every woman in our community for her dedication and eagerness towards supporting the national economy and propelling the UAE to the forefront among nations of the developed world.”

H.E. Wesam Lootah: Investing in women is key for achieving the nation’s development goals and supporting the Emirati community

His Excellency Wesam Lootah, CEO, Smart Dubai Government Establishment, said: “Investing in women and dedicating all resources to empowering them is a fundamental pillar for achieving the development goals of the UAE.It supports the cohesion of the UAE community, highlights its achievements, and paves the way for the Emirati community to pass its principles and values down from generation to generation.”

“The contributions of Emirati women are clear in every sector; they have left an indelible mark across various economic sectors and in all aspects of life,” H.E. Lootah added. “Emirati women embody the nation’s identity and contribute to its developments. Empowering women has been a trademark approach for the UAE since its establishment, and continues to be a fundamental element of policy and development under our wise leadership. It is an approach that has established the UAE as a world leader in terms of women empowerment and embracing their contribution in accelerating the nation’s progress.”