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

Dubai Media Office

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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