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Sharjah’s economy fuelled by AED 11 million Gulftainer investment

The company’s AED11 million investment in the road extension aligns with its objective to play a key role in driving Sharjah’s economy. Gulftainer, one of the world’s largest privately-owned independent port operators, based in the UAE, will invest in the construction of the Saja’a Permanent Access Road. The company’s AED11 million investment in the road extension aligns with its objective ...

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How 10-year visas will affect UAE business owners

The UAE government has created a buzz of expectation with its plans to introduce a 10-year residency visa to attract investors and new talent. The new visa rules, to be in place by the end of 2018, have potentially far-reaching consequences at a time when major developed countries such as the US are putting up barriers in visas and immigration ...

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S&P’s positive ratings for Sharjah to boost global investment

Top Sharjah officials and economic stakeholders have welcomed the move by global credit ratings agency, Standard & Poor’s (S&P), reaffirming Sharjah’s BBB + / A-2 sovereign credit ratings in long- and short-term. Lauding the decision by the global watchdog, they emphasised that Sharjah’s economic outlook remains healthy and positive in short and long terms, thanks to the Emirate’s diverse economy ...

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