The UAE also showcased initiatives including the SDG 5 pledge, under which 88 private sector companies have pledged to increase the representation of women in middle and senior management to 30% by 2028, along with programs that support families, technology, AI and climate action.
Mona Ghanem Al Marri, Vice President of the UAE Gender Balance Council, said: “The BRICS State of Women represents a strategic platform for strengthening international dialogue, building partnerships and sharing expertise, thus supporting the development of more inclusive and sustainable policies and reinforcing the role of women as a key partner in achieving sustainable Arab international development. pillar for accelerating progress and transforming common ambitions into initiatives that deliver tangible impact.”
Results and partnerships
The UAE participated in discussions on the draft BRICS Joint Ministerial Declaration, the BRICS Guidelines on Women’s Digital Capacity Building and the Joint Digital Library of Best Practices, which aim to strengthen knowledge sharing and capacity building among member states.
Mouza Al Ghuwais Al Suwaidi, Secretary General of the UAE Gender Balance Council, said: “We look forward to building on the results of this meeting by expanding partnerships, sharing expertise and working with our partners to transform our shared vision into initiatives and policies that deliver lasting impact, strengthen women’s participation in various sectors and support sustainable development achievements.”
On the sidelines of the meeting, the UAE delegation held bilateral talks with Annapurna Devi, India’s Union Minister for Women and Child Development; Márcia Lopes, Minister of Women of Brazil; and Olga Batalina, First Deputy Minister of Labor and Social Protection of Russia.
The meetings focused on cooperation in women’s economic empowerment, entrepreneurship, digital economy, skills development, climate action, care policies and exchange of best practices in gender balance legislation.
Termination of participation
The United Arab Emirates welcomed the adoption of the Joint Ministerial Declaration, saying it supports stronger international cooperation and the development of policies and initiatives that expand women’s participation in sustainable economic and social development.
The country reaffirmed its commitment to work with BRICS member states and international partners to translate results into practical initiatives and partnerships that advance gender balance and women’s empowerment.
