A delegation from the General Women’s Union (GWU) conducted a high-level strategic meeting with the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) during its official visit to the People’s Republic of China.
The meeting, which was supported by the UAE Embassy in Beijing, focused on strengthening bilateral ties and fostering collaboration on key issues.
This discussion is a key component of the UAE-China Businesswomen Council agenda, focusing on enhancing institutional cooperation and facilitating the exchange of ideas on international development partnerships. This aligns with the shared goals of both sides in advancing economic growth and innovation.
GWU and CPC Central Committee strategic meeting for advancing UAE-China business relations
The UAE GWU delegation was led by Noura Khalifa Al Suwaidi, Secretary-General of the GWU. The Chinese side was represented by Yu Wei, Deputy Director-General of the International Department of the CPC Central Committee, and and others.
The discussions focused on reviewing the long-standing institutional experience of the CPC Central Committee in managing external relations, highlighting the role of its International Department as a key channel overseeing a broad network of engagement with more than 600 political parties and organizations worldwide, offering an advanced model for high-level dialogue and international forums.
GWU and CPC Central Committee explored opportunities to formulate qualitative initiatives based on knowledge exchange and joint programs aimed at enhancing institutional efficiency and supporting sustainable development trends, in line with the rapidly evolving global relations landscape.
This meeting falls within the vision of the GWU to activate the UAE-China Businesswomen Council, one of the key outcomes of the Emirati women entrepreneurs councils in friendly countries initiative launched by HH Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, the ‘Mother of the Nation’, Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union, President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood (SCMC), and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation.
The initiative aims to empower Emirati women and strengthen their influential presence on the international stage, while expanding their economic cooperation with strategic partners worldwide.
In her closing remarks, Noura Al Suwaidi stressed that such meetings represent a fundamental pillar in strengthening cross-border institutional partnerships and reinforce the role of Emirati women as key partners in shaping global development pathways.
The Chinese side praised the visionary leadership of the UAE and the exceptional efforts of HH Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak in supporting and empowering women, describing the UAE experience as an inspiring model at both regional and international levels.
