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New discovery highlights the history ancient kingdom of Oman His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, revealed a new archaeological discovery of major historical significance to the region in Mleiha Archaeological Centre. His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah unveiled the discovery of inscriptions engraved on a tomb that date back to the third century BC, in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of Sharjah Investment and Development…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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,…

During its participation in Sharjah Day in Milan Bodour Al Qasimi: Cooperation between the UAE and Italy is reflected positively on national economy The Chairperson of the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), HE Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi, yesterday presided over the Sharjah Day session in Milan, Italy. Organised by Shurooq, the session took place on the sidelines of the fifth Economic Commission between the UAE and Italy. Sharjah Day aimed at introducing a number of Italian businesses and entrepreneurs to available opportunities in the emirate. Sheikha Bodour emphasised that the UAE and Italy have excellent relations and a flourishing…

The project will be developed by the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority His Highness Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qassimi, Supreme Council Member, Ruler of Sharjah, today announced that the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority “Shurooq” is set to develop the Al Hisn Island, a leisure and tourist attraction located in Diba Al Hisn. Overlooking the Indian Ocean, the project is located on a reclaimed island that was built as a residential area, facing the Flag Square in Dibba Al Hisn, which was developed by Shurooq. The new development will feature a water canal, a host of restaurants and…

 The island features  500 butterflies and various recreational and cultural activities In the presence of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of Sharjah Investment and Development Authority, (Shurooq), the authority unveiled Al Noor Island: its latest tourism and leisure project which boasts state-of-the-art facilities and is set to serve as a vibrant cultural and recreational destination for the emirate’s residents and visitors. The announcement of the new project was made during a press conference held at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in Dubai World Trade Centre in the presence of media representatives. Speaking on the occasion, Sheikha Bodour bint…

WORLD FORUM for Foreign Direct Investment The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has confirmed an impressive line-up of top international thought leaders and CEOs of multinational corporations as speakers for the 12th WORLD FORUM for Foreign Direct Investment, to be held on February 7-10, 2015, in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. Being organised by Shurooq, in collaboration with Conway Events, the global event is attended by CEOs and senior executives from local and international organizations, investment promotion agencies and economic development organizations. Speaking about the upcoming event, HE Marwan bin Jassim Al Sarkal, CEO of Shurooq, commented, “Sharjah’s selection to…