Cabinet reorganises UAE Gender Balance Council

Chaired by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, the UAE Cabinet has approved a resolution to reorganise the UAE Gender Balance Council.

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This step reinforces the UAE’s steadfast commitment to enhancing the participation of all community segments in the nation’s development journey, promoting equal opportunities, and solidifying its global standing as a model for gender balance.

The resolution aims to expand the Council's scope and strengthen its strategic roles by developing supportive legislative and regulatory frameworks to advance gender balance across government and private sectors. This aligns with the UAE's forward-looking vision and boosts its position in relevant global indices.

The Council's objectives include achieving gender balance and equal opportunities across all sectors in the UAE, supporting men and women's contributions to sustainable development, and ensuring harmony with national priorities related to family, motherhood, and community. It also seeks to position the UAE as a global role model for gender equality while enhancing coordination among federal and concerned entities to create an enabling environment.