Ivanka Trump arrives in Dubai to address Global Women's Forum

Saturday, 15 February 2020 14:36

Ivanka Trump, who is the senior adviser to and daughter of US President Donald Trump, has arrived in Dubai.

She is set to deliver a keynote speech at the Global Women's Forum Dubai (GWFD), which starts on Sunday.

Ivanka will join other high-profile international speakers, including David Malpass, president of the World Bank Group, and Kristalina Georgieva, managing director of the IMF.

The GWFD 2020 is a global platform that brings together international leaders and experts to discuss policies, foster goal-driven partnerships and shape sustainable communities.

She was welcomed by Mona Al Marri, Chairperson of the Dubai Women's Establishment Board of Directors.

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