In line with its efforts to promote Arabic and Emirati literature around the world, and support research and knowledge development across communities, a Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) delegation headed by HE Ahmed bin Rakkad Al Ameri, Chairman, SBA, recently visited the Library of Congress (LOC), the world’s largest library located in Washington DC, USA. The […]

Al Montazah Parks, operating under Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), continue to provide entertaining activities during this summer. The activities will remain on till the end of August 2021. Families and friends can enjoy an array of entertaining summer activities during weekdays including Volleyball, darts, and kids’ basketball. Weekend activities including foam games, dance […]

The Department of Statistics and Community Development (DSCD) in Sharjah has announced the launch of its annual Economic Survey Project 2020 which will collect economic performance data across the entire spectrum of industries in the emirate as well as that of public and private sector companies. The project will ultimately help boost Sharjah’s planning and […]

The first edition of the ‘Eid Al Adha’ Exhibition, hosted by Expo Centre Sharjah, in partnership with Liz Exhibition’s, has managed to attract 76 thousands visitors and achieve great deals and a high volume of sales that went beyond the expectations of the exhibiting companies. The ten-day event provided a host of fantastic deals and […]

Bodour Al Qasimi, President of the International Publishers Association (IPA), has welcomed the Turkish Publishers Association’s (TPA) decision to organise theInternational Istanbul Book Fair in November 2021, adding that the return to in-person events indicates that the world of publishing is adapting to the realities of the new normal and gearing up to regain its […]

The Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department recorded 40,346 real estate transactions worth AED12.2 billion, marking a 40.5 percent increase till June 2021 against the same period last year, according to the department’s statistical report for the first half of 2021. Moreover, the total area covered in sales transactions was 75.2 million square feet. This showed […]

The fifth edition of the Al Dhaid Date Festival, which was organized by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) at Expo Al Dhaid, was concluded after attracting over 20,000 visitors who flocked to the festival to enjoy the heritage atmosphere and learn about the best varieties of dates produced by the UAE farms. […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) has discussed with the Consulate-General of the Republic of South Korea in Dubai means of enhancing economic cooperation and commercial relations between companies and investment institutions operating in Sharjah and South Korea. They also discussed ways of supporting partnerships, along with investment opportunities available in information technology, […]

The air was crackling with excitement as fans and families cheered on a number of UAE football legends displaying their prowess in a floodlit exhibition match organised to mark the grand inauguration of Al Majaz Waterfront’s latest attraction, a world-class football field, in partnership with Falcon Sports, on Saturday night, July 17. Fans also had […]

As Eid al-Adha holidays is approaching, the Shopping centres and shops in the Emirate of Sharjah are gearing up to launch big discounts on the finest brands and other goods and products, in addition to offering countless prizes and gifts. This comes as part of the “Sharjah Summer Promotions 2021” which is organized by the […]

Sharjah Islamic Bank announced an increase in its operating profit before provisions by 25.6%, amounting to AED 417.3 million for the first six months, compared to AED 332.3 million for the same period of the previous year. Net profit amounts to AED 289.5 million for the six months period ended June 30 2021 compared to […]

With the recent revamp of the UAE Commercial Companies Law, investors, entrepreneurs and businesses in Sharjah can enjoy the full benefits of 100% foreign ownership across 1,289 industrial and commercial activities. This was revealed during an interactive business seminar organised on (Wednesday, July 14) by the Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah), and the Sharjah […]

The Organizing Committee of the Al Dhaid Date Festival has finalized all preparations to launch the 5th edition of the festival, which is organized by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCI) from 22 – 25 July. The festival is considered one economic, heritage and social activities the Chamber is keen to organize and […]

Organised annually since 2011 by the UAE-based cancer non-profit, Friends of Cancer Patients (FOCP), the Pink Caravan Ride (PCR) breast cancer awareness campaign has witnessed enormous success in educating and empowering local community across the UAE’s seven emirates. This achievement would have been impossible without the hundreds of volunteers who have been the driving force […]

The Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) has announced the return of the Sharjah Summer campaign, which will offer an integrated package of distinguished experiences designed to enhance Sharjah’s position as an exceptional and competitive family, cultural, environmental, historical and heritage tourism destination. The campaign, which runs from July 15 to the end of […]

HE Ahmed bin Rakkad Al Ameri, Chairman of the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), and HE Raja Rabia, Consul General of France to Dubai and the Northern Emirates, have discussed developing joint cultural programmes with a focus on France’s participation in the 40th edition of Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) During the meeting, the two officials […]

Advanced Armour Engineering (AAE), a British owned and managed steel fabrication company based in the Sharjah Airport International Free Zone (SAIF Zone) has announced new expansion plans with investment exceeding AED 20 million. The company, which specialises in precision mechanical welding, precision cut and cold formed components, said it rented an additional land covering 19,500 […]

For the first time, Expo Centre Sharjah is set to host the country’s only consumer fair during the Eid Al Adha holidays. Promising the longest break of the year in the UAE, Eid Al Adha is likely to be a four-day holiday for residents, followed by a two-day weekend. To tap into the shopping and […]

Qatar’s preparations to host the 2022 FIFA World Cup present an unprecedented opportunity for local, regional and international businesses. Qatar is a land where tradition meets modernity. It is a country whose people are rooted in their heritage while maintaining an eye on the future, and Qatar’s growing global role in business, politics, and education. […]

Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) is making summer in the UAE irresistible this year with a bucket list of family activities including hands-on play-based learning and exploration, and fabulous discounts and special offers across nine of its world-class leisure and hospitality destinations in Sharjah. Shurooq is also giving its guests a golden opportunity to […]

Sheikh Fahim Al Qasimi, Chairman of Department of Government Relations (DGR) in Sharjah, recently accompanied HE Lars Pira Perez, Ambassador of the Republic of Guatemala to the UAE and HE William Reuben Soto, Consulate General of the Republic of Costa Rica in the UAE, on a tour of House of Wisdom (HoW), Sharjah’s futuristic social […]

The Branches Department of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCI) announced the successful completion of the operational plan for the first half of 2021, underlining that the four offices of the SCCI in the regions of Al Dhaid, Kalba, Khorfakkan and Dibba Al Hisn have been successful in achieving all the goals and […]

Sharjah Sustainable City, a fully sustainable community by the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), teamed up with the American University of Sharjah (AUS) to host a series of webinar discussions for academics to discuss energy and climate change, smarter mobility, eco districts and sustainable materials. Over 370 students, faculty and staff from AUS along […]

Arada has announced that it has secured a AED250 million Islamic facility from Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB) to finance general construction at its Aljada megaproject in the heart of New Sharjah. The credit facility is in addition to an initial AED300 million financing arrangement secured from the bank at the start of this year. The […]

Now, skywatch enthusiasts and hobbyists can explore the night sky in their comfort zone! Mleiha Archaeological Centre, a premier tourism and leisure destination from Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), has launched a new on-the-move sky watching experience that allows people to organize and enjoy exclusive stargazing sessions at their preferred location. The new “Mobile […]

Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPCFree Zone) has explored potential ways of strengthening cooperation between Sharjah and the Italian region of Lazio in the publishing sector with a delegation of Italian officials attached to Lazio Innova, representing the Lazio Region, the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Rome as well as representatives of Italian companies in […]

Under the slogan “Sharjah Summer_Shopping_Prizes_Fun “, the “Sharjah Summer Promotions 2021” will kick off tomorrow and is set to last until 26 August. The mega sale event is being organized by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCI). In this context, the SCCI said that has completed all preparations, in cooperation with shopping malls […]

The Sharjah Finance Department (SFD) partnered with Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) to launch an easy payment service of government transaction fees in the Emirate of Sharjah. Transactions can be made using the Emirates ID card and SIB’s ATMs, provided that the service has been activated prior to it. This is in line with the Sharjah […]

Souq Al Jubail has launched the activities of the sixth edition of the annual Dates Festival, which will continue for two months – until the beginning of next September. At Souq Al Jubail and For the first time at Al Hamriyah. A wide variety of local and imported dates are available at the Festival. Souq […]

The Sharjah Prevention and Safety Authority and SANED Facility Management have announced the installation and registration of more than 6,940 Aman fire safety devices during the first half of 2021. The device connects the fire systems in the facilities to the Operations Room of the General Directorate of Civil Defense and the SANED Operations Room […]

The Youth Council of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCI Youth Council) recently organized a virtual session for its members from entrepreneurs and owners of startups under the title “Entrepreneurship”. The meeting is part of the Council’s initiatives to refine the skills and capacities of youth to unleash their thoughts and creations. The […]

As a new addition to its long list of appreciation awards, Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) recently won the Best Service Performance Brand award for 2020 in the Smart Services Sector category. The bank was recognized for its social media customer service, quick responses to customers, clear guidelines, and adept problem-solving. The Dubai Service Excellence Scheme […]

The 2nd Edition of Jewels of Emirates show has witnessed a heavy turnout of visitors flocking to the event to take advantage of the exciting deals and attractive offers by over 100 local exhibiting companies. Organized and hosted by the Expo Centre Sharjah, with the support of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI)  has explored avenues of cooperation withthe Austro-Arab Chamber of Commerce (AACC) to build on existing ties in the field of healthcare and education, in light of the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic During a webinar titled “Adjusting to New Normal in Education and Healthcare sectors in […]

The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) is participating in the ongoing 52nd edition of the Cairo International Book Fair (CIBF), held under the patronage of the President of Egypt, Abdel Fattah El-Sisi. Themed ‘In Reading… Life’, the event opened on June 30 and will draw to a close on July 15 at the Egypt International Exhibition […]

The Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA) in Sharjah announced the winners of the ninth edition of the Sharjah Sustainability Award. The awards were distributed in a virtual ceremony planned because of COVID-19 related safety measures. 37 school and university students received the awards A total of 37 students in the school and university categories […]