Abu dhabi: Am©lia Lakrafi, Secretary-General of the Parliamentary Assembly of La Francophonie (APF) and Member of Parliament representing French citizens living abroad, said that the UAE has established a leading model in empowering women, enhancing their participation in parliamentary work, and strengthening their effective contribution to decision-making.
According to Emirates News Agency, Lakrafi, speaking on the sidelines of the second session of the PAM Women Parliamentary Forum organized by the Federal National Council in the UAE, stated that women’s empowerment has become a fundamental pillar of all countries’ efforts to achieve sustainable development and economic progress. She noted the UAE’s success in achieving significant accomplishments in this area and expressed her pride in participating in the forum, which serves as an ideal platform for exchanging views and experiences and learning about efforts related to inclusion issues.
Lakrafi emphasized the importance the UAE places on inclusion, particularly the inclusion of women, and its continuous efforts to provide them with opportunities to excel and achieve across various fields. She highlighted the UAE’s clear legislation and strong political will to support women’s presence and enhance their participation in decision-making, alongside their growing role in various sectors, including economic institutions, and support for their representation in international organizations and bodies. This, she asserted, stems from a deep belief in women’s pivotal role in achieving comprehensive development.
Am©lia Lakrafi underscored the importance of continuing such constructive dialogues, commending the UAE’s role in hosting international events that promote dialogue and understanding and help consolidate the position of women as key partners in the development process and in shaping the future.
