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UAE Marks International Women’s Day with game-changing empowerment moves

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March 8, 2025

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The UAE is marking International Women’s Day today (March 8) with a powerful statement – women’s empowerment is moving full speed ahead.

From smashing global gender rankings to securing top government roles, Emirati women are taking centre stage in the country’s unstoppable progress.

Breaking Barriers and Making History

The UAE has skyrocketed to 7th place globally in the 2024 Gender Inequality Index (GII), issued by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), securing its spot as the top performer in the region.

And that’s not all – the government is putting women in key leadership positions, with the recent appointment of Sana bint Mohammed Suhail as Minister of Family under the newly established Ministry of Family.

Women’s health is also getting a major boost with the launch of the National Policy for the Promotion of Women’s Health, ensuring top-quality healthcare for women across all stages of life.

Boardrooms, Business and Beyond

In a game-changing move for women in business, the Ministry of Economy now requires private joint-stock companies to have at least one woman on their board of directors – a huge win for gender equality in corporate leadership!

Meanwhile, the General Women’s Union has rolled out the Women’s Economic Empowerment Programme, giving young female entrepreneurs and business owners the tools they need to thrive in the UAE’s booming economy.

Women at the Forefront of Global Change

The UAE isn’t just focusing on local success – it’s shaping the global conversation on women’s rights.

Last year, the country co-authored a historic UN resolution with the UK, ensuring equal access to education for girls worldwide. It’s also one of the biggest donors to UN Women, contributing a whopping $46 million to support women’s initiatives across the globe.

When it comes to peace and security, the UAE is leading the charge. During its 2022-2023 tenure on the UN Security Council, the country pushed for greater female representation in peacekeeping and conflict resolution.

Plus, the Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak Initiative for Women, Peace, and Security has already trained hundreds of female cadets from the Arab region, Africa, and Asia, ensuring women have a powerful role in global security.

A Future Powered by Women

Since its founding, the UAE has made huge strides in gender equality – from equal pay laws to women holding half of the seats in the Federal National Council. And with its unstoppable drive, the future is looking brighter than ever for Emirati women.

(Source: Wam)

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Dubai-India travel: Security procedures triggered for Emirates flight following bomb threat email, flight lands safely

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December 5, 2025

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Authorities at Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Airport activated full emergency protocols on Friday after receiving a bomb threat email linked to Emirates flight EK526 travelling from Dubai (DXB) to Hyderabad (HYD).

According to GMR officials, the threat email landed in the airport’s customer support inbox around 7.30am on December 5. Despite the alert, the flight continued under strict monitoring and landed safely at 8.30am.

Once on the ground, the aircraft was immediately moved to an isolated bay. Passengers were safely deboarded, and security te

ams carried out standard bomb threat checks. Investigations are currently underway.

Emirates confirmed the incident in a statement to local media, saying authorities had alerted them to a “potential security threat” to EK526.
“All standard security procedures were implemented by the relevant local authorities with full co-operation from Emirates’ ground teams,” the airline said, adding that “the safety and well-being of passengers and crew remain the highest priority.”

Authorities say all threats are being investigated, and extra security measures remain in place at the airport.

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Driving through Abu Dhabi this week? Here are the road closures you need to know about

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December 5, 2025

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Abu Dhabi motorists can expect some delays over the next few days, with the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) announcing a series of partial road closures across key routes in the capital. Drivers are being urged to plan, allow extra travel time, and follow diversions to avoid congestion.

Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Street

A major set of phased lane closures will take place near Sheikh Zayed Bridge from Tuesday, December 9 to Monday, December 22, 2025.

Three left lanes will be closed from 12am on December 9 until 10pm on December 15.
Two right lanes will then shut from 10pm on December 15 until 6am on December 22.

Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubarak Street

Another temporary closure is scheduled on Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubarak Street from 5pm on December 5 until 5am on December 8.

Authorities explained that these restrictions are part of ongoing road enhancement projects designed to improve traffic flow and safety across the city. Motorists are encouraged to use alternative routes wherever possible during the maintenance period.

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Sharjah Police give deadline to remove National Day stickers, or face fines

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December 5, 2025

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If your car is still sporting National Day decals, it’s time to take them off. Sharjah Police have announced that all vehicle owners must remove their UAE National Day celebration stickers by Saturday, December 6, and those who miss the deadline will face violations.

The reminder follows a crackdown during the 54th Eid Al Etihad celebrations, where authorities impounded 106 vehicles and nine motorbikes for dangerous and irresponsible behaviour on the roads.

According to Sharjah Police, the violations included:

Creating loud noise and disturbing residents
Driving recklessly and endangering others
Operating vehicles without a valid licence

Police officials urged motorists to celebrate responsibly and avoid turning festivities into safety risks.

However, there has been a shift in decorating trends this year. Many residents opted for cleaner, simpler, more elegant designs to showcase their UAE pride ahead of the long weekend, and demand for custom decals surged.

Authorities are now urging residents to ensure all celebratory stickers and decorations are removed by the set deadline to keep roads safe and avoid penalties.