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Vital contribution of smaller businesses – the topic under discussion during key panel event during first day of Sharjah FDI Forum 2016 The crucial role that SMEs play in the UAE economy was highlighted during a closing session of the first day of Sharjah Foreign Direct Investment Forum (Sharjah FDI Forum 2016), which concluded yesterday (Wednesday) at the Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre in Sharjah. ‘How important is global connectedness for SMEs?’ was the title of the panel discussion moderated by Jacopo Dettoni, Deputy Editor of fDi Magazine - organiser of the forum in conjunction with the Financial Times…

Key panel event, held in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan Al Qasimi during first day of Sharjah FDI Forum, discusses importance of emirate’s foreign direct investment policy for growth Sharjah’s unique position as a gateway for international business expansion was the topic under discussion at a key panel event held in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, which took place at the opening of the Sharjah Foreign Direct Investment Forum (Sharjah FDI Forum 2016), which commenced yesterday at the Al Jawaher Reception…

An opening keynote on day 2 of the Sharjah FDI Forum 2016 that puts much in perspective for the need of future diversification of the UAE economy The resounding success of the first day of Sharjah FDI Forum 2016 led to visitors and participants trickle in even earlier on day 2. With seats at the Jawaher Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre occupied by over 300 elite decision makers, business leaders and economic experts, the second day got off to a strong start with an opening keynote by Dr Nasser Saidi, President, Nasser Saidi & Associates, Member of Regional Advisory…

Closing sessions highlight mutually beneficial relationships as being the key to business growth and success Shurooq CEO headlines panel session on investment trends forecasts for 2017, while Shurooq’s Sharjah FDI Director headlines panel session on FDI growth prospects in the region The forging of strong partnerships for business success was a key theme on the last day of Sharjah Foreign Direct Investment Forum (Sharjah FDI Forum 2016), which concluded on Thursday at the Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre in Sharjah. Organised by of Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) in conjunction with the UK’s Financial Times and fDi Magazine,…

More than 300 global investors, CEOs and high-profile economic seniors to attend and speak at the region’s largest FDI event Global event organised by Shurooq to be held under the patronage of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah The second annual Sharjah FDI Forum will take place on 28 and 29 September 2016 at Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre, under the slogan “Sharjah FDI: The Gateway to the Middle East, North Africa and South Asia”, hosting more than 300 elite decision makers, business leaders and economic experts, who will gather to exchange their knowledge and expertise on trends and…

Sharjah Investment and Development Authority participates in the second edition of the GCC-British Economic Forum Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has participated in the second edition of the GCC-British Economic Forum, which took place on July 21. Organised by the Arab British Chamber of Commerce and hosted in London, the forum saw the attendance of senior Emirati and British officials, executives, decision-makers, investors and businesspersons. Held under the banner: ‘Vision, Challenges and Ambitions: Integration Prospects for a Better Future,’ this year’s edition of the GCC-British Economic Forum provided participants with the chance to explore emerging opportunities to forge business…

“Ramadan Majlis”, organised by Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) in association with the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry, hosted high-level business leaders at Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) explored new strategies for cooperation between government and private sectors at the “Ramadan Majlis” evening organised by Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) in association with the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), on Monday July 20th 2016, at Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre in Sharjah. Hosting an elite group of high-profile executives from the U.A.E.’s economic sector, the activity…

Organised by Shurooq, the business roundtable reviewed some of the lucrative sectors in Sharjah at the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry Initiative the latest in extensive programme of Shurooq activities to highlight emirate’s rewarding investment climate The lucrative opportunities for investment between Sharjah and Australia were the main item on the agenda at a “Sharjah – Australia Roundtable” organised by the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), in association with the Australian Business Council in Dubai (ABCD), the Australian Trade Commission and Australia Unlimited, which took place yesterday (Sunday) at the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI). The…

Organisation arranges the Sharjah-Berlin Seminar and participates in the 19th Arab-German Business Forum Organisation arranges the Sharjah-Berlin Seminar and participates in the 19th Arab-German Business Forum Promoting Sharjah’s array of investment opportunities to Germany’s business community was the basis of a recent visit to Berlin which was successfully concluded by the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) on the day before yesterday (Friday). During their visit, Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) was at the German capital as it organised the Sharjah-Berlin Seminar, while on the second day, it participated at the 19th Arab-German Business Forum. A high-level delegation comprising…

Authority will promote its strategy to develop Sharjah’s tourism sector to 36,000 visitors Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has announced that it is participating in the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2016, which is scheduled to take place from April 25-28 at Dubai World Trade Centre. ATM is the region’s leading travel trade event and Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq)’s presence will mark the sixth consecutive time that the Authority has exhibited at the global forum. Shurooq will use its participation at ATM 2016 to showcase its current and future projects and the international standard of its tourist and…