Inayat-ur-Rahman, Business Editor

Hamad Buamim, President and CEO of Dubai Chamber said: “Since the UAE was founded nearly 50 years ago, Emirati women have made tremendous accomplishments and valuable contributions to this great nation. Today, women are well represented within government, business and all segments of society and the country continues to makes new strides in promoting gender equality.”

 “The UAE’s wise leadership has always made women empowerment a top priority as the government continues to expand efforts to empower women and ensure that they reach their full potential and become active participants in the economy.”

 Dubai Chamber’s President & CEO thanked Her Highness Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubarak, Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union (GWU), and President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, for her unwavering support for women, which allowed them to reach new levels within Emirati society.

Mohammed Al-Tair, Acting CEO of RAK Properties, said that over the past fifty years, Emirati women, thanks to the support of their wise leadership, have achieved many gains that made them reach the highest levels in government and the private sector, and contributed to enhancing their capabilities. The UAE is one of the best countries in the world where women have achieved great success across various sectors and levels of society.


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Al-Tair pointed out that women entered the real estate development sector many years ago, and proved their capabilities, whether in planning, promotion or investment, and were able to achieve continuous successes in many other fields, thanks to their abilities, self-confidence, and the empowerment policy that made them a partner in the development process. Emirati women will always be a source of pride for all citizens of the UAE, as well as an inspiration for in the Arab region and the rest of the world.

 Laila Suhail, Board Member and Marketing Chairperson of Dubai Gold and Jewellery Group, said:

 On the occasion of Emirati Women’s Day, we at the Dubai Gold and Jewellery Group are proud of the great contributions made by Emirati women in all spheres of society. Over the years, they have carved a niche for themselves, making their way to the top and inspiring so many in the process. Even in the face of the pandemic, Emirati women have continued to transcend boundaries and transform lives.

Ahmed Taleb AlShamsi, CEO of Emirates Foundation, said that it is with pride and indebtedness that Emirates Foundation joins the nation in celebrating Emirati women and their wonderful achievements over the years.

For 50 years, this nation’s women have supported the leadership and contributed to building a great country, one which has surpassed its aspirations for gender equality and empowerment of women in the workplace.

At Emirates Foundation, we welcome these accomplishments as they have and imbued Emirati women with the skills, means and determination to become active mainstays of a truly resilient community.

We look forward to continuing our long-standing commitment to the women of the UAE - to always encourage them in their pursuit of excellence, whether at work or at home, and with their families or colleagues.

Lalu Samuel, Chairman and Managing Director of Kingston Holdings, said: Celebrating Emirati Women’s Day reflects the strong belief and deep appreciation of the wise leadership to Emirati women and also highlights the firm conviction of the UAE society in the importance of women’s role in the sustainable development process being witnessed by the country.

He added that this occasion also embodies the deep gratitude for the extraordinary efforts being made by women in different worksites alongside men to push the comprehensive development process forward.

Neha Kaul, CEO & Founder, Your Wordsmiths, said: Emirati women are at the forefront of the UAE’s journey as a nation; as entrepreneurs, thought leaders, artists, scientists, public servants, and every other walk of life. They are giving expression to their vision, creativity, energy, ambitions, and aspirations; and in the process, leading the UAE’s rise as a modern and progressive nation.  

 Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak announced that the theme for Emirati Women’s Day 2021 would be

“Women: Ambitions & Inspiration for the Next 50 Years”; and this year feels like an appropriate time to celebrate their role in co-creating the future. From Nora Al Matrooshi’s selection as the UAE’s first woman astronaut, to  women now making up half of the Federal National Council, and more than a quarter of the UAE Cabinet; to leading successful start-ups, Emirati Women are asserting their power and capabilities in no uncertain terms. I salute all Emirati women, on this day in particular, and draw inspiration from their strength, wisdom, and passionate ambition for growth.