The United Arab Emirates is hosting a significant dialogue aimed at enhancing women’s economic empowerment within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). This initiative, known as the ‘GCC Knowledge Exchange Workshop,’ is a collaborative effort between the UAE Gender-Balance Council and the World Bank. The two-day workshop focuses on advancing regional policies and strategies that support women’s roles in the economy.

The workshop is designed to facilitate knowledge sharing among GCC member states, allowing participants to exchange best practices and innovative solutions for increasing women’s participation in the workforce. The gathering underscores the UAE’s commitment to fostering gender balance and promoting economic opportunities for women across the region.

Representatives from various GCC countries are participating in discussions that aim to identify challenges and opportunities related to women’s economic empowerment. The UAE Gender-Balance Council emphasized the importance of such dialogues in driving progress and ensuring that women can contribute fully to economic growth and development in their respective nations.