On the occasion of Emirati Women’s Day, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, emphasized the nation’s deep appreciation for the vital role women play in all aspects of society. In a message shared through his official account on the “X” platform, Sheikh Mohammed highlighted the milestone of 50 years since the beginning of the UAE’s journey to empower women.
“The United Arab Emirates and its people celebrate Emirati Women’s Day today,” His Highness wrote. “We also commemorate five decades of women’s empowerment in our country and look forward to a new vision, launched by Her Highness ‘Mother of the Nation’, for the next fifty years of progress.”
Sheikh Mohammed continued:
“We celebrate women as mothers, sisters, daughters, and wives. We honor them as nurturers of future generations, as instillers of values, and as essential partners in the nation’s development journey. We celebrate them as the spirit of the nation, as homes for our souls, as companions on the path, and as drivers of meaningful change.”
His words reflect the UAE’s enduring commitment to supporting women, recognizing not only their contributions in the past but also their pivotal role in shaping the country’s future. Emirati Women’s Day stands as a tribute to their enduring strength, vision, and resilience—qualities that have helped shape the UAE into the progressive nation it is today.
