| Bio/Wiki | |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Noura bint Mohammed Al Kaabi |
| Nickname | NAK |
| Profession(s) | Politician, Businesswoman |
| Physical Stats | |
| Height (approx.) | 5' 5" (165 cm) |
| Eye Colour | Brown |
| Hair Colour | Brown |
| Politics | |
| Political Journey | • November 2011: Appointed to the Federal National Council (FNC) representing Abu Dhabi • November 2015: Re-appointed to the Federal National Council (FNC) representing Abu Dhabi • February 2010: Promoted to Minister of State for Federal National Council Affairs • June 2016: Named Chairwoman of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC) • April 2017: Became Chair of Abu Dhabi Media and Media Zone Authority (twofour54) • October 2017: Appointed Minister of Culture and Knowledge Development • July 2020: Named Minister of Culture and Youth • February 2023: Appointed Minister of State at the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs |
| Awards, Honours, Achievements | • 100 Most Powerful Arab Women by Arabian Business (2011, 2012) • Ranked among Top 100 Global Thinkers by Foreign Policy Magazine (First Emirati to do so) (2013) • Named as as one of the 50 individuals who contribute to changing the world by Le Nouvel Observateur (2013) • Named as as one of the 100 Most Powerful Arab Women by Arabian Business (2013) • 30 Most Influential Women in Government by Forbes Middle East (2014)  • Business Woman of the Year by Gulf Business Industry Awards (2014) • Top 100 Global Thinkers List by Foreign Policy Magazine (2014) • Young Achiever Award at the AmCham, Abu Dhabi’s Annual Excellence Awards (2014) • Recognised by America Abroad Media in Washington (2015) • Named as a Global Influencer by LinkedIn (Becoming the first woman from MENA to enter LinkedIn's Global Influencer Program) (2015) • 25 most powerful women in global television by The Hollywood Reporter (2015) • Presented with the "Diplomatic Service Medal" by Moon Jae-in, President of South Korea, in recognition of her efforts to enhance the relations between the UAE and South Korea (2020) • Chevalier of the French Order of Merit in recognition of her efforts in developing relations between the UAE and France, encouraging cultural and creative exchange (2024) • Knight of the Legion of Honour (2024) |
| Personal Life | |
| Date of Birth | 18 March 1979 (Sunday) |
| Age (as of 2025) | 46 Years |
| Birthplace | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates |
| Zodiac sign | Pisces |
| Nationality | Emirati |
| Hometown | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates |
| School | Carlisle High School, Pennsylvania |
| College/University | • United Arab Emirates University, Al Ain • London Business School, London |
| Educational Qualification(s) | • A Bachelor of Arts in Management Information Systems from the United Arab Emirates University (2001) • Executive Leadership Programme from the London Business School |
| Religion | Islam |
| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
| Social Media | • Instagram |
| Family | |
| Parents | Father- Mohamed Helal Al Kaabi Mother- Sarah Suhail (founder and executive director of women and children's shelter Ewa'a, former headmistress)  |
| Siblings | Brother- Ahmed Mohamed Helal Alkaabi Sister(s)- Fatima Al Kaabi (haematologist), Shaikha Al Kaabi (chief executive of Erth)  |
| Other Relatives | Grandfather(s)- Abdullah bin Faisal, King Khalid |
Some Lesser Known Facts About Noura Al Kaabi
- Al Kaabi grew up in a Muslim family in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Noura Al Kaabi in childhood
- She received her initial school education at a school in Abu Dhabi, where her mother, Sarah Suhail, was a headmistress.
- Later, she moved to Pennsylvania, United States, where she pursued her high school education.
- After pursuing her graduation, Al Kaabi began working in a management position at Dolphin Energy.
- In October 2007, Al Kaabi joined twofour54, a state-owned media and entertainment production company in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. She was appointed as the head of human development in the company in 2011. She became the CEO of the company in February 2012.
- In November 2011, she was appointed as a member of the Federal National Council (FNC) representing Abu Dhabi.
- In 2015, he was again appointed as a member of the Federal National Council (FNC) from Abu Dhabi.
- On 10 February 2016, Noura Al Kaabi was appointed as the Minister of State for Federal National Council Affairs in the Cabinet of the United Arab Emirates (UAE Cabinet) under Prime Minister Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum. She held the position till 19 October 2017. As the Minister of State, Al Kaabi served as an intermediary between the Cabinet and the FNC.
- In the same year, she was appointed as the Chairwoman of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC).
Noura Al Kaabi during an exhibition with ADNEC’s CEO
- Al Kaabi has also served as the chairwoman of Abu Dhabi Media.
- Noura Al Kaabi served as the Minister for Culture and Knowledge Development in the UAE Cabinet from 20 October 2017 to 4 July 2020. As the Minister for Culture and Knowledge Development, Al Kaabi was responsible for the promotion of all UAE cultural fields on both the national and international level. She also sponsored and supported activities to develop and nurture young talent within the community.
Noura Al Kaabi during a cultural event in Sharjah Expo Center
- In July 2020, following a ewshuffle in the UAE cabinet to support expanded youth-focused objectives, Noura was appointed as the Minister of Culture and Youth.
- On 7 February 2023, Noura Al Kaabi was named as the Minister of State at the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs during the cabinet reshuffling. Her role involves spearheading global cultural diplomacy.
- She has been a young global leader at the World Economic Forum since 2014.
Noura Al Kaabi while delivering a speech during an event
- Al Kaabi has been on the board of Abu Dhabi Media, Image Nation and Abu Dhabi Sports Council.
- She is a member of the Advisory Board for Abu Dhabi Music & Arts Foundation and the Scientific Committee of the Sheikh Zayed Book Award.
- She has also served as the President of Zayed University. As the President, Al Kaabi launched the College of Interdisciplinary Studies to prepare students for evolving labor markets.
Noura Al Kaabi during her meeting with the students of Fatima Bint Mubarak School in Ras Al Khaimah
- Al kaabi has chaired the UAE Pavilion at Expo 2020, National Commission for Education, Culture & Science, and Abu Dhabi’s Media Zone.
- In her leisure time, Al Kaabi loves reading books, doing yoga and spinning.
- Noura Al Kaabi has played a key role in launching many projects to support arts, culture, and creativity in the UAE, and in building strong cultural ties with other countries.
- Some of her major efforts include starting the National Creative Relief Program to help artists during COVID-19, and introducing a National Strategy for Cultural and Creative Industries to make the sector one of the UAE’s top 10 economic drivers.
Noura Al Kaabi sharing her life experiences at the University of Technology
- Al Kaabi has helped the UAE join the Executive Board of UNESCO, and led important work with UNESCO to rebuild historic and cultural sites in Mosul, Iraq, through the “Revive the Spirit of Mosul” initiative.
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