In the presence of H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, the President of the Italian Republic conferred upon H.H. Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for Education and Book Culture, the Officer rank of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic, the country’s highest order of merit, in recognition ...

His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has issued a Decree-Law amending Law No. (7) of 2020 concerning the organisation of the Sharjah Museums Authority (SMA). The Decree-Law stipulates that the Authority shall be headed by a Chairman appointed by an Emiri Decree. According to the Decree-Law, SMA shall have a ...

Amid rapid geopolitical, technological and economic change, the ninth Sharjah Investment Forum (SIF 2026) will bring together policymakers, investors, business leaders and economic experts from the UAE and around the world to explore the future of investment and the role of adaptive economies in driving sustainable growth. Organised by the Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah) in collaboration with the ...

The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has announced significant progress in the construction of two flagship projects within its real estate portfolio, Sharjah Sustainable City (SSC) and Ajwan Khorfakkan. The news comes alongside the launch of a major new education partnership that will bring a K-12 school, running from Kindergarten to Grade 12, to the Sharjah Sustainable City community. ...

Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest budget carrier operator, has announced the commencement of its new double daily non-stop service connecting Sharjah International Airport with London Gatwick Airport. The inaugural flight took off on July 4th, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s expanding international network. The new service strengthens air connectivity between the United ...

The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) and Minor Hotels have signed a strategic partnership agreement that will see the global hospitality group oversee the management and operations of Sharjah Collection, Shurooq’s homegrown portfolio of nature-led, heritage-inspired retreats across the emirate. The agreement brings global hospitality systems, commercial reach and operational expertise to Sharjah Collection’s portfolio of seven retreats spanning ...

Sharjah brought together business leaders, investors, and economic institutions from the UAE, Brazil, and Portugal at its Business & Padel Day 2026 on Thursday, opening discussions on collaboration opportunities across key sectors, with participants also exploring ways to expand joint investment and capitalise on Sharjah’s competitive advantages as a regional business hub. Organised by the Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in ...

In response to the directives of the Sharjah Executive Council (SEC) and reflecting the Sharjah Government’s commitment to strengthening business stability, the Sharjah Department of Town Planning and Survey (SDTPS) has announced a package of financial measures and facilitations to support economic activities and businesses affected by the ongoing events. The initiative aims to ensure the sustainable growth and competitiveness ...

The Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) has begun implementing a new package of government economic incentives and Executive Council decisions to support business activity, stimulate investment and strengthen the emirate’s business environment. Effective from 16 June and continuing for three months, the measures introduce a range of financial exemptions, fee reductions and supportive measures designed to enhance business continuity and ...

A high-level delegation from Sharjah has embarked on a strategic mission to Guangdong Province, China, to strengthen economic cooperation and explore investment opportunities in artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure, advanced manufacturing, smart mobility and sustainable energy. Led by the Department of Government Relations (DGR), the delegation brought together senior representatives from government, investment promotion, digital transformation, sustainability and business sectors to ...