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How Sharjah's modernisation drive is fuelling UAE diversification
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With Sharjah’s economy dominated by non-oil and gas activities, the industry sector is a major part of the business fabric in the UAE’s third-largest emirate. While small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) make up the lion’s share of Sharjah’s industrial employers, larger enterprises are also present, with Sharjah offering considerable incentives to manufacturers and other industrial outfits…

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Sharjah's expanding transport infrastructure helps meet rising demand
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Sharjah is the only emirate of the seven in the UAE that borders both the Gulf and the Gulf of Oman – as well as all six other emirates – making it strategically important for transport and trade. It is home to the country’s first international airport, as well as three major ports. The Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA) has invested heavily in rolling out sustainable public transport…

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Sharjah's mixed-use developments attract real estate investment
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The construction and real estate sectors have supported Sharjah’s economic development in recent years as the emirate’s government pursues further economic diversification and sustainable growth. Real estate demand is dominated by mixed-use developments, which incorporate hospitality, leisure and cultural offerings. High prices in neighbouring northern emirates, coupled with Sharjah’s competitive…

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Sharjah's economic development accelerated by digital infrastructure investment
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Innovative digital transformation policies alongside sustained investment in related infrastructure have helped establish Sharjah as a digital centre within the UAE and the broader GCC region. Although telecommunications and internet provision are managed primarily at the federal level, the emirate has developed advanced digital services to improve the lives of its residents. Sharjah’s mobile application…

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Where to stay in Sharjah
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HOTEL HOLIDAY INTERNATIONAL Al Buhaira Corniche PO Box 5802 T: +971 6 573 6666 www.holidayinternational.com reservation@hhi.ae Rooms: 249 rooms including four accessible rooms. Business & Conference Facilities: Multilingual staff in business centre with secretarial service and four multipurpose event halls with poolside space to accommodate 3000 guests in outdoor events. Health & Leisure Facilities:…

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Tips and information for travellers to Sharjah
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VISA REQUIREMENTS GCC citizens do not require an entry visa to the UAE, but requirements for other nationalities vary. It is recommended to confer with your country’s embassy prior to travel. Most UK, US and East Asian travellers can obtain a 30-day tourist visa on arrival, which can be extended at an immigration office. The EU signed a short-stay visa waiver agreement with the UAE, allowing its…

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Sharjah a regional health care leader, with lower costs and supportive policy
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Health care and wellness have emerged as promising growth industries in Sharjah in recent years. With productive research centres, advanced facilities and global access, the health care sector is poised for continuous growth, underpinned by a commitment from the emirate’s government to establish Sharjah as a leading destination for health care services, medical education and innovation. As such,…

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Sharjah redesigns education curricula to prepare students for the future of work
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Sharjah is home to a diverse array of educational institutions, professional development centres, and local and international schools that play host to a multicultural student body. Two universities within the emirate ranked in the top-500 institutions in the 2024 QS World University Rankings, with the American University of Sharjah and the University of Sharjah placing 364th and 465th, respectively.…
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Mohamed Al Musharrkh, CEO, Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah): Interview
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Inteview:Mohamed Al Musharrkh How do you evaluate the global investment climate, and what factors position Sharjah as an attractive investment destination against this backdrop? MOHAMED AL MUSHARRKH: In evaluating the global investment climate for 2023-24, we see a landscape of resilience and gradual post-Covid-19 pandemic recovery, with foreign direct investment (FDI) flows rebounding. However,…
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Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson, Sharjah Investment and Development Authority: Interview
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Interview:Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi How do you assess Sharjah’s progress in enhancing the entrepreneurial ecosystem, and which industries are poised for further activity? SHEIKHA BODOUR BINT SULTAN AL QASIMI: Sharjah has made significant strides in strengthening its entrepreneurial ecosystem, and the rate of economic growth in the emirate has outpaced the global average following…