UN General Assembly
2014

thank all the countries that supported our candidacy. We look forward to working with Member States to organize an exhibition that meets the aspirations of all. Comprehensive and sustainable development cannot be achieved unless all segments of society participate in the national development process. Accordingly, the United Arab Emirates pays special attention to women’s empowerment. My country now occupies a prominent place among the countries of the world in terms of women’s achievements and success in all areas of life. Our efforts are not limited solely to empowering women in the United Arab Emirates, but also include supporting women throughout the region and around the world. Abu Dhabi will host a UN-Women Liaison Office with the support and leadership of Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak. We are also assisting UN-Women in the preparations for the high-level review on women, peace, and security. Those efforts reflect the interest and participation of the United Arab Emirates in international efforts to empower women as effective partners and agents in preventing war and resolving conflict, keeping in mind that women play a