The UAE mission at Expo Milan observed on Friday Emirati Woman's Day by paying rich tribute to the achievements scored by Emirati women, thanks to continuous support from the UAE leadership.

Participants in the celebration also cited conspicuous support to the women empowerment by H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Chairwoman of the General Women's Union (GWU), Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation (FDF) and President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood.

They added, "Day after day Emirati woman are proving beyond doubt efficiency and excellence in any task entrusted to them. They have demonstrated their strong presence in all fields in service of the nation, including participation in the armed forces and national service."

Emirati women volunteers working under Takatof umbrella at Expo Milan organised a procession by marching around the UAE pavilion. Officials of National Media Council and all members of the mission took part in the procession. They thanked Sheikha Fatima for her unlimited support to advance Emirati woman's cause in service of the nation and her dedication of 28th August each year to mark Emirati Woman's Day.

The first celebration of Emirati Woman's Day was dedicated to Emirati women serving in the armed forces in appreciation to their heroic role.