Sheikha Fatima, Mother of the Nation, has praised Emirati women, calling them the “cornerstone” of the country's process of building and empowerment, and icons of its national achievements.
On the occasion of Emirati Women's Day on Sunday, Sheikha Fatima said that the model of women's empowerment established by UAE Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, had been reinforced and supported by the country's leadership.
Sheikh Fatima said her vision for women in the Emirates would continue to thrive and aim for global leadership under the leadership of President Sheikh Mohamed, asserting that the ambitions of Emirati women are “unlimited”.
The theme of this year's Emirati Women's Day has been “Inspiring Reality. Sustainable Future”.
Sheikha Fatima said Emirati women had always been a cornerstone of the country's present and future, and all relevant achievements were owed to their hard work.
“President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed has affirmed the leadership's responsibility to create a bright future for current and future generations, which is an inspiring message that motivates Emirati women to work harder to prepare future generations,” Sheikha Fatima told state news agency Wam.
She spoke of the pivotal role played by women in raising children to appropriately embody the country's vision of social development, as part of their responsibility to protect and raise children correctly, and reinforce their national identity.
Sheikha Fatima concluded with a message to all Emirati women — to look forward to the next 50 years, and to be proud of their accomplishments and build on them.
“Emirati women have proved they are worthy of their responsibilities and the leadership's trust and support.”
President Sheikh Mohamed also expressed his gratitude on Emirati Women's Day on Sunday and said the UAE's women were vital to the nation's path and had always played a crucial role in that journey.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, honoured women as well, in a video shared online.
“On Emirati Women's Day, we celebrate Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, the Mother of the Emirates, and role model for Emirati women,” Sheikh Mohammed said.
He described them as “the soul and spirit of the country who have a bright future ahead”.
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How to apply for a drone permit
- Individuals must register on UAE Drone app or website using their UAE Pass
- Add all their personal details, including name, nationality, passport number, Emiratis ID, email and phone number
- Upload the training certificate from a centre accredited by the GCAA
- Submit their request
What are the regulations?
- Fly it within visual line of sight
- Never over populated areas
- Ensure maximum flying height of 400 feet (122 metres) above ground level is not crossed
- Users must avoid flying over restricted areas listed on the UAE Drone app
- Only fly the drone during the day, and never at night
- Should have a live feed of the drone flight
- Drones must weigh 5 kg or less
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Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe was born and raised in Tehran and studied English literature before working as a translator in the relief effort for the Japanese International Co-operation Agency in 2003.
She moved to the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies before moving to the World Health Organisation as a communications officer.
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Tax authority targets shisha levy evasion
The Federal Tax Authority will track shisha imports with electronic markers to protect customers and ensure levies have been paid.
Khalid Ali Al Bustani, director of the tax authority, on Sunday said the move is to "prevent tax evasion and support the authority’s tax collection efforts".
The scheme’s first phase, which came into effect on 1st January, 2019, covers all types of imported and domestically produced and distributed cigarettes. As of May 1, importing any type of cigarettes without the digital marks will be prohibited.
He said the latest phase will see imported and locally produced shisha tobacco tracked by the final quarter of this year.
"The FTA also maintains ongoing communication with concerned companies, to help them adapt their systems to meet our requirements and coordinate between all parties involved," he said.
As with cigarettes, shisha was hit with a 100 per cent tax in October 2017, though manufacturers and cafes absorbed some of the costs to prevent prices doubling.
