Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the Global Women’s Forum – Dubai was held as the first international women’s forum in the MENA region. The event brought together leaders from government and the private sector to champion and advance women’s contributions to business and society both regionally and globally. The 2025 edition, held on 16 January 2025 under the theme “From Dubai to the World,” focused on the Entrepreneurship Hub, spotlighting Dubai’s role as a global centre for innovation and entrepreneurship. It addressed the opportunities and challenges surrounding women’s economic empowerment. The Ministry of Finance participated in a dialogue session dedicated to enhancing women’s participation in the financial sector. During the session, the Ministry presented its Women’s Empowerment Strategy and outlined its efforts to increase female representation in leadership roles. Through this participation, the Ministry aims to foster collaboration with public and private sector partners, share best practices, and support national efforts to economically and socially empower women in line with the UAE’s vision for gender equality.
