Geneva, Nov 23 (IANS/WAM) The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has participated in the annual International Bazaar, organised by the UN Office in Geneva to support childrens projects throughout the world.
Every year, the UN Women's Guild in Geneva, in collaboration with the Permanent Missions accredited to the UN, the Geneva government authorities and business community organises a charity bazaar to raise funds for disadvantaged children around the world.
The UAE's participation was supported by Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Chairwoman of the General Women's Union (GWU).
The country mission's stall on Wednesday attracted many visitors, including ambassadors, representatives and members of permanent missions in Geneva, who got a glimpse of the UAE arts, crafts and local foods.
Sheikha Fatima's contributions and support to women and children issues locally and globally was lauded by officials at the event.
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