UAE leaders offer congratulations to mark Emirati Women's Day

President Sheikh Mohamed highlights pivotal role played by women in society

President Sheikh Mohamed said national progress is tied to the achievements of Emirati women. UAE Presidential Court

President Sheikh Mohamed led UAE leaders in highlighting the pivotal role played by Emirati women in national society.

“The progress of the UAE has always been closely tied to the achievements of Emirati women and their pivotal role in strengthening our communities and contributing to our nation’s development,” he wrote on X.

“As we celebrate Emirati Women’s Day, the launch of the Mother of the Nation 50:50 Vision reaffirms our commitment to advancing together – hand in hand – in partnership towards the future.”

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Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, described women as “the soul of the homeland”.

“We celebrate the woman as a mother, sister, daughter, and wife,” he wrote on X. “We celebrate her as a nurturer of generations, a planter of values, and a partner in the journey of development. We celebrate her as the soul of the homeland, and a homeland for the soul, and a companion on the path, and a maker of change.”

Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, added: “On Emirati Women's Day, we congratulate the women of the UAE and take pride in their role in family and society, as well as their distinguished presence in various fields of national work in the past and present. Under the vision of Mother of the Emirates 50:50, women continue their pivotal role in our journey towards the future.”

Also marking the occasion was Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, who made his comments on X.

"On Emirati Women’s Day, we celebrate Emirati women and take pride in their unwavering determination that shapes the future," he said. "They nurture generations, foster compassion, bring blessings to every home, and contribute to achievements across every field."

What is Emirati Women’s Day?

The official theme of Emirati Women's Day 2025 is “Hand in Hand, We Celebrate 50 Years”.

Held annually on August 28, this year’s event coincides with the 50th anniversary of the founding of the General Women's Union.

The theme honours the achievements of Emirati women in the past five decades and emphasises the importance of community partnership in shaping the country's progress. Since it was established in 1975, the General Women's Union has served as a key national institution championing women's rights and development.

On Tuesday, Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Mother of the Nation, said Emirati women represented the heartbeat of society and the foundation of sustainable progress in the UAE.

Women’s empowerment drives sustainable development and enhances the creation of a productive, cohesive and competitive global society, she added. Sheikha Fatima also noted that Emirati women remain a cornerstone of family life and social cohesion.