The Sharjah City Municipal Council has officially launched the “Sustainable Future” program, aimed at supporting 730 young individuals who are preparing for marriage. This initiative, led by Aisha Al Suwaidi, marks the beginning of a comprehensive effort to assist youth in the emirate. Al Suwaidi explained that the program initially focuses on young people from...
Sharjah City’s rental process has undergone significant improvements, as the application system is now fully accessible through digital platforms. This update aims to simplify procedures and enhance convenience for residents, aligning with the government’s broader initiative to digitize public services. The enhancements were discussed during a meeting of the Sharjah Executive Council, chaired by Sheikh...
More and more middle-class Indian couples are increasingly choosing to build their retirement wealth in Dubai rather than in India. According to Bengaluru-based chartered accountant and startup founder Abhishek Jamuar, Indians residing in the UAE are investing in multiple properties and earning rental income, effectively turning real estate into a smart retirement plan without the...
The Sharjah Police have launched the “Excellence License” programme aimed at the top ten high school graduates from government schools in the emirate. This initiative grants these students free driving licences from the time their application is submitted until the final licence is issued. The programme is a collaborative effort involving the Sharjah Police Vehicles...
Wizz Air, the budget airline, has announced that it is cancelling all flights to and from the United Arab Emirates until June 30. This decision was confirmed by a spokesperson for the airline in a statement to Reuters on Tuesday. The cancellation of these flights will affect travelers who had planned to fly with Wizz...
Fitch Ratings has affirmed the United Arab Emirates’ long-term foreign-currency issuer default rating at AA- with a stable outlook. Earlier this week, the agency also confirmed Abu Dhabi’s rating at AA, maintaining a stable outlook for the emirate as well. The AA- rating is reflective of the UAE’s moderate consolidated government debt, strong net external...
The Sharjah Government Communication Award (SGCA) has returned for its 12th edition, inviting submissions in four special categories that focus on children, adolescents, and youth. This year, the awards have been selected from a total of 23 categories, including the Best Innovative Project Targeting Children and Adolescents and the Best Youth Initiative in Government Communication....
Saudi Arabia has launched its first national biotech accelerator program at the 2025 BIO International Convention in Boston. This initiative marks a significant commitment by the Kingdom to promote innovation and support emerging startups in the biotechnology sector. In partnership with BioLabs, a well-known U.S.-based biotech incubator, Saudi Arabia seeks to establish itself as a...
Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, the Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has announced a new law that impacts all employees working within government agencies in Sharjah. This law will extend to agencies that currently have their own human resources regulations until new rules are implemented. Under this law, these agencies are...
H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, the Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and President of the University of Sharjah, has extended his congratulations to the university for achieving the first position in the UAE according to the U.S. News & World Report’s Best Global Universities rankings. This recognition marks a significant achievement for...