Sheikh Lubna bin Khalid bin Sultan Al Qasimi is the most powerful Arab woman of the year 2011. Currently positioned as UAE's Minister for Foreign Trade. Her first achievement as Minister is to develop a system where cargo turnaround at Dubai Ports Authority is reduced from one hour to 10 minutes!
A Computer Science student from California State University, was appointed Minister of Economy & Planning in 2004. She was the first woman to hold Ministerial position in challenging social structure of UAE. While playing pivotal role in Arab politics, Lubna also founded 'Tejari', an online purchase facility which has franchises across Middle East. Also a board of directors for National US Arab Chamber of Commerce, she launched her perfume to encourage Arab women to start their own businesses to prove their worth! Thats the kind of versatile women world needs today! Cultured, Educated, Intelligent, Wise, Strong and Creative! Hats off to you Lubna! - Sumitra Puri
