MUSCAT — Her Highness the Honourable Lady Sayyida Ahad bint Abdullah Hamed Al Busaidi, spouse of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, has praised Omani women’s contribution to national development, saying the allocation of an additional seat for women from each governorate in the Shura Council affirms their standing and strengthens their role in building the country.
In a message marking Omani Women’s Day on October 17, the Honourable Lady said this year’s celebrations carried added significance following His Majesty’s decision, which reflected confidence in Omani women’s capabilities and their contributions across different fields.
She said the measure supported women’s participation in national development in line with the demands of the modern era and a forward-looking vision for the country. That opportunity, she added, should be matched by active participation and dedicated service to the nation.
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The Honourable Lady extended congratulations to every family in Oman and to every woman living in the country, paying tribute to women who had carried its heritage and values and contributed to its progress.
She said women’s responsibilities in shaping nations, societies and individuals were growing at a time of expanding knowledge, multiplying sources of influence and increasingly interconnected ideas.
Their contribution encompassed intellectual and emotional development, as well as the preservation of a firmly rooted identity, she said, expressing confidence that Omani women could fulfil those responsibilities through enlightened thinking, sound judgement and attentive care.
The Honourable Lady said celebrating women went beyond observing a date on the national calendar. It recognised an enduring contribution and a firm belief that empowering people through education and knowledge, safeguarding their dignity and creating opportunities for creativity helped guide nations towards progress and prosperity.
Addressing Omani women directly, she expressed appreciation for their efforts and pride in their achievements, wishing them continued success as an inspiration to future generations and partners in shaping the country’s accomplishments.
She said Oman took pride in its sons and daughters, drew strength from their determination and advanced through their dedication.
The message concluded with a tribute to Omani women as a continuing source of pride and inspiration and enduring partners in the nation’s achievements.
