The United Arab Emirates co-hosted the 11th Glion Human Rights Dialogue in Glion, Switzerland, alongside China, Spain, Morocco, and the Universal Rights Group. Themed “Beijing at 30: Mobilising the UN Human Rights System to Accelerate Progress Toward Gender Equality and the Full Enjoyment of Women’s and Girls’ Rights,” the 2025 edition marked three decades since the landmark Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action.
The dialogue brought together senior representatives from UN member states, the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, UN Women, and civil society organizations to assess progress and identify practical strategies to advance gender equality worldwide.
The UAE delegation, led by Ambassador Jamal Al Musharakh, reaffirmed the nation’s commitment to empowering women and ensuring their full participation in development. He emphasized that investing in women and girls is essential to achieving global prosperity and stability. Deputy Permanent Representative Shahad Matar and Khalifa Al Mazrouei also contributed to discussions on effective national implementation and multi-stakeholder cooperation.
The dialogue concluded with a call for stronger partnerships, improved monitoring mechanisms, and measurable actions to close gender gaps across sectors. It also highlighted the importance of aligning global efforts with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
By co-hosting the event, the UAE reinforced its growing role in international human rights diplomacy and its dedication to promoting gender equality, inclusion, and empowerment at both national and global levels.
