As part of its commitment to advancing international cooperation and sharing global development expertise, the Department of Government Relations (DGR) hosted the annual Sharjah Diplomatic Day during the 13th International Government Communication Forum (IGCF 2024) at Expo Centre Sharjah. The event attracted over 120 distinguished guests, including diplomats, economic and trade advisors from around the […]

At the ongoing International Government Communication Forum (IGCF) 2024 in Expo Center Sharjah, a critical session on ‘The Information Wars and the Perils of Communication Globalisation’ – organised in partnership with du – Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company – brought together leading UAE and international experts to discuss the growing challenges posed by misinformation and the […]

The 13th International Government Communication Forum (IGCF 2024) hosted an important initiative on its opening day aimed at shaping the leaders of tomorrow. Resulting from a strategic partnership between the UK-based Strawberry Fields, a leader in analytical tools and growth strategies, and the Sharjah Private Education Authority, the full-day training programme titled ‘New Generation Skills […]

The 13th edition of the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF 2024), themed “Agile Governments… Innovative Communication,” commenced on Wednesday at the Expo Centre Sharjah and featured a compelling panel discussion titled “From the Core of a Resilient Economy to Communication Arts.” Covering the salient topic of economic resilience, a concept that has gained importance in […]

As part of the 13th International Government Communication Forum (IGCF 2024), organised by the Sharjah Government Media Bureau under the theme “Agile Governments… Innovative Communication,” the Children’s hosted a panel discussion titled “What is the Solution to Children’s Content Challenges?” The session, in collaboration with the United Arab Emirates University, aimed to highlight ways to […]

As part of the 13th International Government Communication Forum (IGCF 2024), ‘Trends Research and Advisory’ organised two seminars that brought together academics, communication experts, and international research consultants who emphasised that communication is essential, not a luxury, and that governments should leverage future research in this field. Beyond the virtual world Examining the concept of […]

Experts discussed various aspects of the relationship between machines and humans in journalism during the first day of the 13th edition of the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF 2024) on Wednesday. The inaugural day featured three events organised by Sharjah Press Club, exploring the use of technology, artificial intelligence, and robotics in the media. Human-centric […]

The International Government Communication Forum (IGCF 2024) kicked off on Wednesday (September 4) with a thought-provoking discussion on a key global trend – the growing and untapped potential of the Silver Economy at the IGCF’s Gov. Talks platform. In the session titled ‘How does ageing become the essence of the ‘silver economy?’ HE Hessa Bint […]

“The UAE is positioned 22nd globally in talent attraction and retention now, and our plan is to be one among the top 10 countries in seven years’ time,” announced H.E. Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade and Minister in charge of Talent Attraction and Retention in the UAE federal […]

His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Sharjah Media Council (SMC), visited the various pavilions and was briefed about the accompanying activities of the 13th edition of the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF 2024), held at Expo Centre Sharjah. Organised by the Sharjah Government […]