"Mother of the Nation" Visit to Turkey Marks a New Chapter in Partnership for Women's and Family Empowerment

Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubarak

 "Mother of the Nation" Visit to Turkey Marks a New Chapter in Partnership for Women's and Family Empowerment

Ministers and officials emphasized that the visit of Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, “Mother of the Nation,” Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union, President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation, to the Republic of Turkey represents a new chapter in the UAE-Turkey relations. This chapter is characterized by mutual understanding and cooperation, focused on women’s empowerment, family welfare, and the promotion of shared humanitarian values. They pointed out that the visit carried profound meanings and sent clear messages underscoring the power of the human dimension in international relations to drive real progress in development and stability.

In their statements, the ministers and officials agreed that Her Highness is a unique model of exceptional female leadership that prioritizes human development and places empowerment at the heart of policies and initiatives. They noted that her meetings with senior Turkish officials, particularly President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and First Lady Emine Erdoğan, created real opportunities for exchanging perspectives and building understandings that strengthen collaboration in family care, child welfare, and education — all in service of future generations.

They added that the visit conveyed noble humanitarian messages, solidifying mutual respect and constructive cooperation between the two friendly nations. It brought new momentum to the UAE-Turkey friendship and opened promising horizons for cultural, social, and economic integration, based on a shared belief that real investment begins with the human being.

Her Excellency Reem Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation, affirmed that the visit of Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak to Turkey marks a pivotal stage in strengthening bilateral relations, especially in cultural, humanitarian, and social areas. She said the visit reflects the deep and enduring ties between the two nations and their mutual commitment to supporting initiatives that empower women, protect child rights, and reinforce the family’s role as the cornerstone of social stability.