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The Sharjah Investment Forum (SIF 2025) has announced its lineup of more than 95 world-class speakers, including media entrepreneur Raj Shamani, economic advisor Mohamed A. El-Erian,, and DAMAC’s Amira Sajwani. Taking place on October 22–23 at the Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre, the Sharjah Investment Forum will run alongside the World Investment Conference. Organised by the Sharjah FDI Office ...

The 8th Sharjah Investment Forum (SIF 2025), set to convene on October 22-23 at the Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre, will unite more than 95 international speakers for over 160 specialised sessions and activities. This year’s landmark edition, held concurrently with the World Investment Conference for the first time, is anticipated to draw over 10,000 global participants, significantly amplifying ...

Sharjah is set to host the 8th edition of the Sharjah Investment Forum (SIF 2025) in tandem with the World Investment Conference (WIC), marking a first for the emirate. Bringing together delegations from 142 countries and over 30 international organisations, the joint event will explore strategies for aligning investment flows with inclusive and sustainable development, amid a reported global annual ...

Under the theme “Leading global transformation: Investing in a Resilient and Sustainable Future,” the 8th edition of the Sharjah Investment Forum (SIF 2025) will take place on 22–23 October at the Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre, presenting a comprehensive agenda covering sustainable investment, smart cities, the digital economy, smart manufacturing, food security, tourism, and human capital development. For the first ...

Deepening the UAE’s role in shaping regional and global investment trends, Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah) has announced that the upcoming 8th annual Sharjah Investment Forum (SIF 2025) will be held under the theme ‘Transforming Our World: Investing for a Resilient and Sustainable Future’, from October 22 to 23, at Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre. For the first ...

The total number of issued and renewed business licenses in Sharjah during the first half of this year reached 37,356, with a growth rate of 8% compared to the same period last year, according to data released from Sharjah Economic Development Department “SEDD”. Such data revealed the most significant developments and events witnessed by the economic sectors in Sharjah, as ...

Sharjah Airport recorded strong operational growth during the first half of 2025, with the number of passengers rising to 9,110,397, an increase of 10% compared to the same period in 2024, which saw 8,313,811 passengers. Aircraft movements also increased by 4.3%, reaching 54,953 compared to 52,695 movements during the first half of last year. Cargo handling operations registered a record ...

In a major leap toward strengthening the UAE’s advanced manufacturing ecosystem, the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SRTI Park) has launched the Maxbyte Industry X.0 Innovation Hub, a cutting-edge centre of excellence designed to accelerate industrial transformation in the region. The initiative stems from a strategic partnership between SRTI Park and Maxbyte Technologies, a leading industrial deep tech company ...

The Sharjah Foundation to Support Pioneering Entrepreneurs (RUWAD) has just published its annual report for 2024. This report marks a special milestone—20 years since RUWAD was created to help support innovative businesses in Sharjah. RUWAD’s mission is to foster a thriving environment for entrepreneurship by encouraging both Emirati men and women to start their own businesses. The organization offers a ...

Under the patronage of Her Excellency Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Sharjah hosted a gala dinner at The Peninsula Paris Hotel to honour and celebrate the successful inscription of the Faya Palaeolandscape on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Faya Palaeolandscape was the only Arab nomination considered by the World Heritage Committee for its 47th session, making this achievement even ...