
Sheikha Fatima arrives in Istanbul for official visit to Türkiye
Warm reception and praise
Emine Erdoğan praised her Highness Sheikha Fatima as a global role model in women's leadership, social work, and humanitarian efforts. She highlighted the visit as a vital opportunity to strengthen cooperation between the two countries in areas such as women's empowerment, child and family support, and social development.
Statement by Sheikha Fatima
Sheikha Fatima expressed her pleasure at visiting Türkiye and emphasised the strength of UAE-Türkiye relations. She affirmed the UAE's commitment to expanding strategic cooperation, particularly in the social, cultural, and scientific fields, and expressed hope for sharing successful experiences to promote sustainable development.
Accompanying delegation
She is accompanied by a high-level delegation including His Highness Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Sheikha Salama bint Hamdan Al Nahyan, Sheikha Shamsa bint Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, and Senior UAE ministers including Reem Al Hashimy, Shamma Al Mazrouei, Sarah Al Amiri, Amna Al Shamsi, and others.

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