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Sharjah and Canadian representatives discuss investment at a business roundtable session Top business leaders from Sharjah and Canada held a Roundtable session yesterday (February 23) organized by the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) in collaboration with the Canadian Business Councils in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Panellists, consisting of top executives from leading government sectors in Sharjah, discussed keys areas of investment and growth in the emirate, and also presented key achievements at the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry. While Canada was represented by HE Emmanuel Kamarianakis, Consul General of Canada to Dubai and Colin Beaton, Board Member of…

Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) to provide employment opportunities to students at the Sharjah Higher Colleges of Technology Career Fair The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), is set to offer its employment opportunities to all students at the Sharjah Higher Colleges of Technology’s (SHCT) Career Fair taking place on March 2nd 2016. The annual SHCT Career Fair is organized by SHCT to provide its students and graduates with the opportunity to meet HR managers from leading organizations around the UAE, and takes place at SHCT’s premises. Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) aims to meet with various potential…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…