HE Reem Al Hashimy Reem Al Hashimy is one of the rising stars of the UAE government and the driving force behind Dubai’s hosting of the World Expo in 2020. Having helped the emirate secure the event with an impressive speech in November 2013 she has since focussed on making it happen with particular progress over the last 12… Reem Al Hashimy is one of the rising stars of the UAE government and the driving force behind Dubai’s hosting of the World Expo in 2020. Having helped the emirate secure the event with an impressive speech in November 2013 she has since focussed on making it happen with particular progress over the last 12 months as billions of dollars of constructions contracts were awarded including for the UAE pavilion. Last year, on top of her government responsibilities, she also met key officials to discuss what is going to happen to the site post-event and continued to deliver speeches encouraging female empowerment in Emirati society as one of its most inspirational women. Director general, Dubai Expo 2020 Origin:UAE Residence:UAE Sector:Diversified