The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has significantly bolstered the presence of Emirati women within its ranks, with 407 women now accounting for 87 percent of the authority’s total female workforce. Furthermore, Emirati women constitute 93 percent of all female employees within the youth demographic, underscoring the vital role national talent plays in the ongoing evolution of the country’s tax system.
Abdulaziz Mohammed Al Mulla, Director-General of the FTA, emphasized that the empowerment of women remains a core priority aligned with the vision of the UAE leadership. He noted that the authority has successfully translated this vision into tangible opportunities for leadership, innovation, and professional growth. Currently, women make up 51 percent of the FTA’s total workforce, with 50 Emirati women joining the team during 2026 alone.
The distribution of female talent within the FTA is diverse, with 330 women serving in specialized and professional roles, 60 in executive positions, and 13 in supervisory and leadership capacities. Al Mulla credited these professionals with demonstrating exceptional competence and contributing directly to the sustainability and development of the national tax framework. To celebrate these achievements, the FTA Women’s Committee is hosting a month-long program from August 28 to September 28, 2026, featuring initiatives that highlight distinguished female figures in the sector.
Parallel to these efforts, Adnoc is actively fostering technical and leadership capabilities among Emirati youth to secure the future of the energy sector. The company utilizes several platforms, including the Adnoc Technical Academy (ATA), the Adnoc Trading Academy, and various AI-focused initiatives, to provide specialized training and practical experience. Since its inception in 1978, the ATA has graduated over 6,000 UAE nationals and currently supports 1,500 trainees, with a curriculum that now integrates advanced technologies and artificial intelligence.
A significant milestone for the academy arrives in September 2026, when it welcomes the first cohort of women to the Female Technician Diploma Programme. This initiative aims to create new career pathways for women in technical energy fields. Meanwhile, the Adnoc Trading Academy continues to build expertise in energy commodities; since 2020, it has trained over 40 young Emiratis, with more than 50 graduates now employed within the company’s trading divisions.
Adnoc is also investing in digital innovation, with nearly 150 engineers graduating from its AI Accelerator Programme in 2025. These efforts are supported by early-stage initiatives like the RO’YA Accelerator, delivered in partnership with Khalifa University and the United Arab Emirates University. Additionally, the Young Coders Programme, operated in collaboration with 42 Abu Dhabi, has introduced over 450 students from 30 schools to the fundamentals of coding and AI, preparing them to develop innovative solutions for the energy sector.
The Abu Dhabi Exports Office (ADEX) also commemorated Emirati Women’s Day 2026 under the theme “We Emerge Stronger and Better.” The office hosted an exhibition for employees’ children, providing a platform for young participants to present their entrepreneurial ideas and products. This event served to recognize the essential role Emirati women play in strengthening the national economy and advancing the country’s broader trade and export ambitions, while fostering an entrepreneurial spirit among the next generation. The report also notes that while 50 Emirati women have been newly appointed so far in 2026, he explained that women account for 51 per cent of the Authority’s total workforce. The report also notes that the initiative reflects ADEX’s commitment to fostering an entrepreneurial mindset among younger generations and developing the skills needed to participate in the UAE’s future economy.