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The Sharjah Investment and Development (Shurooq) has been named the Top Investment Promotion Agency in Middle East for this year 2015 Best to Invest Awards by Site Selection magazine, in recognition of its outstanding efforts in attracting foreign direct investments and driving Sharjah’s growth. The Top Agency Awards recognise excellence at national and regional economic development offices globally in areas such as responsiveness, knowledge and linguistic diversity, online access to incentives information, respect for investor confidentiality and after-care services on yearly basis. The winning agencies were carefully selected by a distinguished group of editors, location consultants, and foreign direct investment…

Ajman Tourism Development Department and Shurooq sign agreement to strengthen tourism cooperation Ajman Tourism Development Department (ATDD) and the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) have signed a strategic cooperation agreement in Dubai, to strengthen collaboration and promote all tourism and cultural landmarks and historic sites in Ajman and Sharjah. The signing ceremony took place on the sidelines of the Arabian Travel Market 2015 and was attended by HE Faisal bin Ahmed Al Nuaimi, Director General of Ajman Tourism Development Department and HE Marwan bin Jassim Al Sarkal, CEO of Shuooq, who signed the agreement on behalf of their respective…

 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…

Authority readies to unveil new premium tourism project and promote its diverse portfolio of world-class destinations The Sharjah Investment Development Authority (Shurooq) is set to participate in the upcoming 2015 Arabian Travel Market (ATM 2015) for the 5th time, which will be taking place at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre from the 4th to the 7th of May. Shurooq’s participation will centre on showcasing the diverse range of world-class projects that the Authority is currently developing in the emirate of Sharjah. In addition, the Shurooq delegation has scheduled meetings with representatives of leisure operators, travel agencies, and other…

Shurooq successfully concludes five-day roadshow to Taiwan and Shanghai The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) promoted Sharjah to investors from around the globe at the World’s Investment Summit, the culmination of a roadshow to Taiwan and Shanghai that took place from April 19-23. Shurooq, represented by Mohamed Al Musharrkh, Head of Investment Promotion, and Diana Yonghui MA, Investment Promotion Executive, joined on the roadshow by Sharjah Economic Development Department, represented by Saeed Al Mheiri; and Sharjah Healthcare City, represented by Binu G. Pisharadi, Manager of Commercial Affairs. The Authority began the five-day roadshow in Taiwan, where it met with…

In participation of Sharjah Economic Development Department, and Sharjah Healthcare City The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) is conducting a five-day roadshow from April 19-23, beginning in Taiwan, where it is meeting with leading bodies in trade, industry and commerce, before moving on to Shanghai, where it will participate in the World’s Investment Summit. Shurooq is being represented by Mr. Mohamed Al Musharrkh, Head of Investment Promotion, and Ms. Diana Yonghui MA, Investment Promotion Executive. The Authority is being joined on the roadshow by Sharjah Economic Development Department, represented by Saeed Al Mheiri; and Sharjah Healthcare City, represented by…

The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) successfully concluded a three-day delegation to London, United Kingdom, as part of its strategy to strengthen ties and step up bilateral investment between the Emirate of Sharjah and the UK. Shurooq’s delegation was headed by Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, the Authority’s Chairperson, HE Marwan bin Jassim Al Sarkal, Chief Executive Officer, Mr Saud Al Suwaidi, Director of International Relations and Partnerships, and Mr Yasser Mohammed Zamzam, Public Relations & Communication Manager ,and Ms Mariam Rashid Bin Al Shaikh, Investment Promotion Executive. Over the three days, Shurooq held high-level meetings with a…

MoU signed during three-day roadshow in London to strengthen UAE-UK commercial and economic ties The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Arab-British Chamber of Commerce (ABCC(. The signing of the MoU, which forms part of Shurooq’s overall strategy to strengthen ties with international economic and investment bodies in order to increase mutual cooperation and promote Sharjah as a prime investment location in the region, took place during a three-day UK roadshow ending on April 15th. The signing ceremony took place at Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park Hotel in London, yesterday (Monday), in presence…

The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) and Air Arabia, the first and largest low-cost carrier in the Middle East and North Africa, have signed an MoU to promote Sharjah’s world-famous business projects and brands across the globe. The MoU was signed by Mr Adel A. Ali, Group Chief Executive Officer, Air Arabia, and HE Marwan bin Jassim Al Sarkal, CEO of Shurooq, in the presence of a number of senior executives from both authorities. Under the terms of the MoU, Shurooq and Air Arabia undertake to encourage, promote and facilitate investment and development participation among their business communities to…

Shurooq’s representatives will meet with key investment bodies in the British capital to strengthen ties with the UK The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) is set to embark on a three-day delegation visit to London, United Kingdom, which will take place from April 13th to 15th.Representatives from Shurooq will meet with a number of key investment bodies in the British capital to reinforce Sharjah’s ties with the UK, explore areas of cooperation, and highlight the emirate’s position as an investment destination. A delegation led by Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of Shurooq, HE Marwan bin Jassim Al…