In the UAE, numerous programs like "e7 Daughters of the Emirates" and "UAE Women's Leadership Program" are available to prepare youth for future leadership roles. Additionally, the "Emirates Youth Vocational School" helps young people acquire professional skills relevant to market demands.
South Korea's employment rate for women aged 30 to 39 has surged from 61.3% in 2021 to 71.3% in 2024, marking the highest level in the nation's history. This rise is attributed to evolving perspectives on marriage, childbirth, and career, alongside a more flexible labor market. Women are increasingly entering high-growth sectors.
Women entrepreneurs in the UAE are achieving significant successes in the business sector through individuals like Huda Kattan (Huda Beauty), Hana Al Rostamani (FAB CEO), and Mona Ataya (Mumzworld founder). The country is creating a favorable environment for entrepreneurship by giving women the opportunity to own 100% of their companies.
Organizations like the Samsung Dream Scholarship Foundation and Jump aim to increase social mobility among low-income youth in South Korea by providing education and career opportunities. These programs include scholarships, interest-free loans, mentorship, and various educational activities, helping young people realize their dreams despite challenges.
Starting from 2026, Uzbekistan will annually host the “Young Entrepreneurs” championship, where up to 100 projects can receive investments of up to 1 billion soums. The government aims to increase venture investments to $2 billion and create up to 5000 startup projects by 2030. The "Future Entrepreneur" program allocates an additional $200 million for young entrepreneurs.
Uzbekistan and Japan have signed an agreement to establish a joint university in Tashkent offering master's programs in artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and business management. The university will be based on the Japanese higher education model, teach in English, and plans to admit students starting from the 2028/2029 academic year.
Uzbekistan is expanding support for youth startups, with the President Tech Awards prize fund increased to $5 million and 2 billion soums allocated to 40 top youth projects. In the first half of 2026, IT Park Uzbekistan welcomed 608 export-oriented companies and 297 companies with foreign capital, creating over 3,000 new jobs. The country aims to boost IT services exports to $5 billion by 2030.
The Women's Entrepreneurship Support Program (WESP), implemented in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the "Hamroh" organization, is strengthening the business and leadership skills of women entrepreneurs in Uzbekistan. The "Hamroh" organization has assisted over 18,000 women entrepreneurs, financed over 6,000 projects, and trained over 12,000 women. The program conducts trainings for women entrepreneurs on business planning, financial literacy, marketing, and obtaining credit.
Uzbekistan and Turkey are intensifying cooperation in higher education, scientific research, and innovation. Joint educational programs, scientific projects, and academic exchanges have been established between the two countries. Over 50 cooperation agreements were signed at recent forums, bolstering innovative partnerships in fields such as artificial intelligence, medicine, engineering, and biotechnology.
Since 2020, the number of women entrepreneurs in Uzbekistan has increased sevenfold, exceeding 2 million. Women like Dildora Olimova (agribusiness) and Ruzigul Anorkulova (export-oriented food products) are successfully developing their businesses and contributing to the country's economy. Within the framework of the "Empower Women" project, with the support of the European Union, women are being trained to enhance their entrepreneurial skills and start businesses.
