Austrian minister calls for women's power not to be underestimated
Building women leaders..Education is the password
Elisabeth Kostinger: "(Expo Dubai) provided us with a wonderful opportunity to present our vision for the future of Austria to the world."
Kostinger: The Austria Pavilion has a unique building made of mud.
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The Federal Minister for Agriculture, Regions and Tourism of the Republic of Austria, Elisabeth Kostinger, considered that “education is the mainstay to ensure the building of strong women leaders. Advocating for women and girls, and not underestimating the power of women.
During her visit to her country's pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai, the Austrian minister indicated that the international exhibition is a platform for exchanging ideas and establishing new links, as it is a rich experience, allowing the visitor an opportunity to roam between many countries in one place, and brings together visionaries and inspirers in an event. One, defying the conditions of the “Covid-19” pandemic.
She added: "I am proud of the Austrian team and its ability to manage all these restrictions imposed by the pandemic with distinction, and also proud of its honorable representation of the Republic of Austria in this innovative and sustainable way, as (Expo Dubai) provided us with a wonderful opportunity to present to the world our vision for the future of Austria in a way that does not overlook the country's traditions in same time.”
Costinger noted the importance of the UAE and the GCC countries to the tourism sector in her country, through joint relations, pointing out that 120,000 people from the UAE visit Austria annually.
She pointed to the tourist attractions in the capital Vienna and the cities of Salzburg and Innsbruck, and the amazing ski facilities, in addition to the traditional "Lederhausen" clothes, and Mozart's music that inspires visitors during their wonderful time there.
Kostinger explained that the Austrian pavilion at the "Expo Dubai" "comes with a unique building made of clay, an ancient material that has many benefits, in an attempt to highlight what distinguishes Austria to the countries of the world, and to emphasize that sustainability is at the heart of our country's interest."
On the bilateral relations between Austria and the UAE, she said: "There are strong ties and strong friendship between our two countries, and while we all face many challenges, we must unite efforts and cooperate more, as (Expo Dubai) creates the appropriate climate for building more strategic partnerships, especially When it comes to tackling climate change.
• The Minister stressed that “the event brings together visionaries and inspirers in one place, challenging the conditions of the pandemic.”