Sheikha Lubna Al Qasimi is a prominent Emirati politician and businesswoman. She was born on November 18, 1962, in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. Sheikha Lubna made history as the first woman to hold a ministerial position in the UAE government when she was appointed as the Minister of Economy and Planning in 2004. In addition to her political career, she has played a significant role in promoting women's empowerment and economic development in the region. Sheikha Lubna has also served as the Minister of Foreign Trade and has been involved in various initiatives to enhance the UAE's global trade relations.