06 Was a Year of High Achievements for Sharjah, Says...

EMIRATE CONTINUES ITS MARCH OF PROGRESS ON ALL FRONTS; UNVEILS SEVERAL DEVELPMENT PROJECTS AND INITIATIVES FOR PEOPLE'S WELFARE

SHARJAH/Sharjah Media Centre, January 2, 2017 -- His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Sharjah Executive Council, has asserted that Sharjah's developmental march continues on all fronts, thanks to the Emirate's practical plans and programmes which have contributed to quality achievements derived from the guidance and vision of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohamed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah.

In a special report by Sharjah Media Centre, HH Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi said: Work in Sharjah has been aimed at building humans and developing their knowledge, as well as the implementation of distinct developmental policies and stimulation of creativity and leadership, in light of the partnership between the Emirate's public and private sectors and collaboration between its various institutions. This has resulted in important achievements matching those accomplished by the UAE in development and construction.

He added: In 2016, Sharjah continued to make achievements and launch initiatives in all educational, scientific, cultural, social, health, infrastructure and economic fields, complementing the Emirate's vision and contributing to its overall development objectives.

A Year of High Achievements

Sharjah has maintained its trajectory of growth throughout 2016, posting landmark achievements in various spheres economic growth, infrastructure development, initiation of new projects, Emiratisation and generation of jobs etc. The Emirate has been recognised for these efforts and achievements bringing it numerous accolades and awards regionally and internationally.

Al Sajaa Industrial Oasis

Sharjah Asset Management, the investment arm of the Government of Sharjah, announced the launch of Al Sajaa Industrial Oasis project, one of the largest industrial projects in the region, as part of Sharjah's vision to create a strong and diversified economy, and to further boost the competitiveness and prosperity of the Emirate.

The launch of Al Sajaa Industrial Oasis follows the visionary long-term plan of the Government of Sharjah, to launch several growth projects aimed at developing the industrial, real estate and commercial sectors, to address the growing needs of investors and owners in the Emirate, in addition to serving the ongoing industrial investment demand, where the Emirate of Sharjah maintains one of the finest industrial areas in the region.

Invest in Sharjah

Earlier this year His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohamed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, witnessed the launch of Invest in Sharjah', an initiative which aims to unveil the rich array of investment opportunities in the Emirate of Sharjah to businesspersons and investors across all sectors.

Hosted by Shurooq, the international conference was aimed at highlighting attractive investment opportunities, ease of doing business, incentives and immense economic potential and security offered by Sharjah, the only Emirate with access to both the Gulf of Oman and Arabian Gulf and with 3 world-class seaports and free zones, in addition to a world-class international airport and its own popular airline, Air Arabia.

With nearly half of the country's manufacturing and industrial sector being based in Sharjah, the Emirate celebrated as the Cultural Capital of the Arab and Islamic world also happens to be the UAE's manufacturing capital.

Major Service Projects Unveiled

His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah directed that a new bridge be built between Al Jubail Market and Al Layyah to form a non-stop extension to Maliha, Sheikh Khalifa and King Abdul Aziz roads.

His Highness also approved the setting up of Sharjah's new exhibition centre between Al Seyouh and the University of Sharjah on Maliha Road over an area of 4.3 million square metres at a cost of Dhs400 million. 50% of the project will be completed with the opening of the 36th Sharjah International Book Fair this year.

Sharjah in Guinness Book of World Records

The University of Sharjah succeeded in entering the Guinness World Records by forming the worlds biggest mosaic of CDs in celebration of the UAE's National Day.

The stunning new Al Jubail Market, one of the biggest in the region and boasting world-class facilities, also entered the global record book with its world's biggest lantern, which stands at the market's entrance at a height of 15.5 metres and a width of 5.6 metres.

Education for People with Disabilities

HH the Ruler of Sharjah announced the provision of scholarships for students with special needs who wish to pursue their undergraduate studies in stages of diploma, bachelors, and then through their post-graduate studies for masters or doctorate at the University of Sharjah. He also pledged to provide jobs for them in the Emirate of Sharjah. This was announced during his meeting with students of the University of Sharjah with special needs held in celebration of the inauguration of Resource Centre for people with special needs at the University.

Year of Reading

HH the Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah lauded Sharjah's achievements in all areas during the Year of Reading, which he described as a national strategic treasure that would benefit many generations to come. He also praised the efforts exerted by the people of Sharjah and the keenness of the Emirate's institutions towards excellence and work quality, while making the best use of human resources.

Under the leadership of HH the Ruler of Sharjah, the Emirate has taken bold strides towards empowering its people by encouraging a culture of reading with histor

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