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Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) establishes Omran Properties in Sharjah with partners Emaar and Eagle Hills

New company seeks to develop investment, commercial, industrial and real estate projects in Sharjah and beyond The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has signed a partnership agreement with Emaar Properties and Eagle Hills, an Abu Dhabi-based property developer, to establish a new real estate company in Sharjah called Omran Properties. The aim of the partnership is to boost joint cooperation between the three parties and expand economic investments in the emirate. The MoU was signed by Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), and HE Mohammed Al Abbar, Chairman of Emaar Properties…
read more »Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) participate in Asia’s largest financial forum in Hong Kong

A delegation sought to attract investment in Sharjah and gave a presentation on investment opportunities A delegation from the Sharjah Investment and Development authority (Shurooq) has taken part in the Asian Financial Forum (AFF) that took place from 18-19 January 2016 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Shurooq’s participating delegation was let by Saud Meqdad Al Suwaidi, Director of Sharjah Foreign Direct Investment at the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) and included Mohamed Juma Al Musharrkh, Deputy Director of Sharjah Foreign Direct Investment at Shurooq, and Diana Yonghui MA, Investment Promotion Executive at Shurooq. Under a theme…
read more »Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) discusses ways to strengthen cooperation with Sharjah Center for Astronomy & Space Sciences

HE Marwan bin Jassim Al Sarkal, CEO of Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), recently visited the Sharjah Center for Astronomy & Space Sciences at its headquarters in the University City of Sharjah to discuss means of cooperation between the authority and the centre with the joint aim of boosting tourist activity. HE Marwan Al Sarkal and the accompanying delegation were received by Ibrahim Al Jarwan, Deputy Director of the Sharjah Center for Astronomy & Space Sciences, Marwan Anwar Shwaiki, Manager of Sharjah Planetarium and Mohammed Fadil Talafha, Assistant Manager of Sharjah Planetarium. Marwan Al Sarkal presented a number of…
read more »Bodour Al Qasimi visits Mleiha Eco- tourism and Archaeological Project

Visit conducted to inspect the progress of the project SheikhaBodourbint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) recently visited the Mleiha Eco- tourism and Archaeological Project, which isundergoing development by Shurooq in collaboration with theDirectorate of Town Planning and Survey, Directorate of Antiquities at the Department of Culture and Informationand the Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA), with the aim of establishing a new tourism destination that will attract nature and heritage lovers alike. SheikhaBodour was accompanied during the inspection visit by HE Marwan bin JassimAl Sarkal, CEO of Shurooq, Ahmed Obaid Al Qaseer, Chief Operating…
read more »Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) to link Chinese investors and businessmen with the GCC and North African countries

China Trade Week Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) participated in China Trade Week forum in Abu Dhabi from December 7-9 by calling for closer commercial ties between Sharjah and China. The authority invited Chinese investors and business leaders to take advantage of the emirate’s strategic geographical position and the services and facilities offered to allow easy access to nearby markets, particularly the GCC and North Africa markets. Shurooq, the silver sponsor of the conference, held meetings with participating businessmen to present the opportunities available in Sharjah and to highlight the facilities and incentives offered by Sharjah Government to foreign…
read more »Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) to promote investment opportunities in Sharjah at China Trade Week

To strengthen Sharjah’s relations with Chinese businesses Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) is participating in China Trade Week, which started today 7the December at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre and will continue till Wednesday 9th December. The event brings together over 200 Chinese exhibitors, looking to network and explore expanded business and investment opportunities with economic authorities, large companies and businesses in the region. The authority is participating together with Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) and Sharjah Airport International Free Zone Authority (SAIF Zone) Through its stand at the exhibition, Shurooq will showcase the opportunities offered by…
read more »Al Hafiya Picnic Park in Kalba Starts Welcoming Visitors

Developed by (Shurooq) to serve the residents and visitors of the Eastern Region in the Emirate of Sharjah Al Hafiya Picnic Park, developed by Sharjah Investment and Development Authority ((Shurooq)), as part of Al Hafiya Nature Reserve located in Sharjah’s Kalba city, began to receive visitors after the completion of development works. It has recently opened its doors to visitors. Al Hafiya Picnic Park is part of Kalba Eco-Tourism Project, the largest eco-tourism project in the United Arab Emirates and the region at large. (Shurooq) is developing the project based on the directives of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin…
read more »Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) Promotes Sharjah’s Growth Prospects in Malaysia

During its Participation at the World Islamic Economic Forum As part of its strategy to cement the Emirate’s position as a leading regional hub for investment and business, the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), is set to take part in the 11th edition of the World Islamic Economic Forum (WIFE) in the Malaysian Capital, Kuala Lumpur, on November 3 – 5. Geared towards attracting investors interested in the Emirate, the (Shurooq) stand at WIEF features information about Sharjah’s burgeoning sectors, with a focus on the Halal tourism and travel market; logistics and transportation; healthcare services; and the environment and…
read more »Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) Debuts its Latest Destinations in London
Through its Participation in the World Tourism Market The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), is set to showcase its latest projects and destinations in this year’s edition of the World Travel Market (WTM), which will take place in London on November 2 – 5. Operating under the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority’s (SCTDA) pavilion at WTM, the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) stand will feature Authority’s newest developments, including the Al Noor Island, a 45,470 square meter development and the Arab World’s first island to combine nature, art and entertainment, and Mleiha Archaeological and Eco- tourism Project,…
read more »Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) Promotes Sharjah During its Participation at the World Halal Tourism Summit

As part of its ongoing commitment to cementing the Emirate’s position as a leading regional business and investment hub, the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), participated as a sponsor and exhibitor at the World Halal Tourism Summit (WHTS), held in Abu Dhabi from 19 to 21 of October. Through its participation at WHTS, Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) introduced investors interested in Halal tourism to the available opportunities in Emirate, which is considered one of the leading international destinations in the sector. Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq)'s stand at WHTS displayed information about a range of its…
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