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The need to create fruitful partnerships between the government sector and private institutions to drive the Sharjah’s economy forward was the subject of the third Sharjah Economic Ramadan Majlis, which took place on Sunday at Sharjah’s Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre. Hosted by the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), in association with the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) and the Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah), the event saw senior members of Sharjah government departments meet with representatives of private sector organisations to discuss ways of building an economic ecosystem that is innovative, sustainable and equipped…

Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), in association with the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), is hosting an elite group of government sector representatives, ambassadors, prominent business leaders and other commercial industrialists to discuss and debate essential best practices, partnerships and collaboration at the 3rd ‘Sharjah Economic Ramadan Majlis’ evening. The third edition, titled “Innovative Economy”, will focus on more than current opportunities and challenges it will also highlight the key factors that contribute to the UAE’s strategy in addressing the challenges of tomorrow and the sustainability, growth and progress of an innovative economy. The discussions, to be…

As part of its ever-increasing drive to attract more foreign business into the UAE, the Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah), the promotional arm of the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), has reinforced the emirate’s investment advantages at major global events in China’s two fastest growing cities. Participating at the 2017 World Forum for Foreign Direct Investment on 23-24 May in Shanghai, the centre of the country’s business, finance, information and culture, and concluding its participation today (Thursday) at the China Offshore Summit on 24-25 May in Shenzhen, China’s fastest developing city in terms of investment activities, innovation capability…

  Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah) - an investment entity operating under the Government of Sharjah - is targeting events in two of China’s fastest developing cities in a bid to increase the UAE’s business opportunities with the Far East. The organisation will be exhibiting at the 2017 World Forum for Foreign Direct Investment, which takes place in Shanghai from May 23-24, and then at the China Offshore Summit, which is being held in Shenzhen on May 24-25. Invest in Sharjah’s participation at the event in Shanghai, the centre of business, finance, information and culture in China and in…

Business leaders, industrialists and economists attending the second day of the Euromoney Emirates Conference have been told the Emirate of Sharjah is becoming one of the most progressive markets in the region, marking a major milestone in its economic history.“ Adil Al Zarooni, Chief Executive Officer, Al Zarooni Emirates Investments, said; “These are amazing times for Sharjah. There is a fresh breeze blowing through the emirate that brings innovation, investment and opportunity. It is progressing at a speed that has never before been seen.” He went on to describe Sharjah as a natural home to stable, middle-class families who seek…

Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has been a strong force behind Sharjah’s burgeoning tourism sector since 2009. As part of its ongoing strategy to promote the emirate as one of the region's leading luxury and authentic tourist destinations, Shurooq recently announced the launch of a new brand of hotels – Sharjah Collection – at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2017. The announcement was part of Shurooq’s participation at the 24th edition of ATM 2017, which concluded on 27 April (Thursday) at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). The focus of Sharjah Collection with its luxurious lodge and B&B-style properties,…

The new resort will be the first five-star destination at the heart of the Mleiha Archaeological and Eco-tourism Project Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has grabbed the headlines once again at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM 2017), with the announcement of its “Mleiha Desert Resort”, first five-star desert resort at the heart of Mleiha, and news that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with “Al Wanis”, Qatari tourism company established in Sharjah, to develop the AED 60 million project. As part of its unceasing efforts to mark Sharjah as one of the region’s premier tourism destinations and attract…

Business roundtable organised by Invest in Sharjah in conjunction with Jordan Business Council attracts over 100 stakeholders from across the region The rich array of investment opportunities to be leveraged from effective pan-Arab collaboration was the topic under discussion at a high level business event held yesterday (Monday) in Sharjah. Hosted by the Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah) in conjunction with the Jordan Business Council, the event saw the participation of senior consul generals from across the region and more than 100 stakeholders keen to explore potentially lucrative areas of business engagement. Conceived by Invest in Sharjah - the…

“Another step that elevates the emirate’s status as an Arab business capital.” The Sharjah FDI Office, (Invest in Sharjah), the FDI office operating under the government of Sharjah, has announced it will host a Sharjah-Arab Business Roundtable, a massive step in emphasising Sharjah’s importance in the Middle East’s finance and business sectors. Organised in collaboration with the Jordan Business Council, the event is a platform for Invest in Sharjah to showcase the emirate’s investment opportunities in a variety of different sectors, particularly trade, industry and real estate. According to the Sharjah Chamber of Industry and Commerce, in 2016, Sharjah’s GDP…

Sharjah Investment and Development Authorityhosts meeting with Sharjah Antiquities Authority, Sharjah Institute for Heritage and Sharjah Museums Department As part of its mission to protect Sharjah’s rich heritage, Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) hosted a meeting with Sharjah Antiquities Authority (SAA) and Sharjah Institute for Heritageand Sharjah Museums Department (SMD). The activity discussed effective ways to regulateand promote cultural preservation and followed Emiri Decree No. 5 of 2017issued by His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan Bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Memberof the Supreme Council Ruler of Sharjah, which relates to the organisation and protection of cultural heritage in Sharjah. The meeting…