The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has announced the soft opening of the first phase of the “Najd Al Meqsar” project. Managed by the Sharjah Collection, this project stands as a premier luxury hospitality and heritage tourism destination in Khorfakkan, located in the eastern region of the Emirate of Sharjah. Phase 1 of the […]

Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), has underscored that the Kingdom of Morocco has always been a vital crossroads for regional and global cultures. She highlighted the renowned cities of Fez, Marrakech and Rabat as enduring testaments to magnificent Islamic history and centrepieces of the rich mosaic of […]

Sharjah has solidified its reputation as a premier destination for the jewellery industry, attracting 17 gold stores in the past five months. The latest addition to this growing list is Dusoul by Dhamani, a renowned jewellery brand founded in Jaipur, India in 1969 and expanded into the UAE in 2000. In a strategic move, the […]

The 11th edition of the Sharjah Government Communication Award (SGCA) is looking out for standout initiatives and campaigns that have meaningfully and positively impacted children and youth. The coveted award features two specialised categories: Best Communication Targeting Youth, welcoming entries from government entities and international organisations, and Best Communication Project Targeting Children and Adolescents, open […]

Sharjah Airport celebrated bidding farewell to the UAE’s pilgrims traveling to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to perform the Hajj pilgrimage for the year 1445 AH, in an atmosphere of welcome and prayers for acceptance and a safe journey in their departure and return. Harnessing support resources in coordination with all strategic partners Sharjah Airport […]

Sharjah’s status as an entrepreneurial haven has been reaffirmed after the 2024 Global Startup Ecosystem Report (GSER) revealed the emirate being 4th in the GCC, and 7th in the MENA region’s startup ecosystem rankings. The Startup Genome and Global Entrepreneurship Network standings, announced at London Tech Week, put Sharjah two spots higher than in 2023 […]

At the conclusion of a seven-day visit to the People’s Republic of China, a Sharjah delegation led by the Department of Government Relations (DGR) held a series of meetings in Shanghai, the country’s most populous city and economic capital. Between June 6 and 8, the delegation deliberated in more than 20 meetings on sustainable urban […]

Since its opening in 2008, Sharjah Aquarium, under the Sharjah Museums Authority, has established itself as a leading recreational and educational center that significantly contributes to environmental awareness and marine life conservation. The Aquarium stands as a prominent example of continuous and dedicated efforts to protect the oceans and preserve marine biodiversity through its numerous […]

Sheikha Bodour bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa) has announced the promotion of current CEO, Najla Al Midfa to Vice-Chairperson of Sheraa and has appointed Sara Al Nuaimi as the new Chief Executive Officer, with immediate effect. Commenting on the leadership changes, Sheikha Bodour said: “As CEO, Najla demonstrated exceptional […]

In a considerable move aimed at enhancing member services, Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPC Free Zone) has announced a strategic partnership with Al Ansari Exchange, the largest remittance and foreign exchange company in the UAE with a wide network of branches spanning the seven emirates. As the world’s first free zone exclusively dedicated to […]