The Department of Government Relations (DGR) in Sharjah hosted an official dinner to enhance economic and trade cooperation with Belgium. The event took place at The Chedi Al Bait Hotel and was attended by Sheikh Fahim Al Qasimi, Chairman of DGR, and Antoine Delcourt, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Belgium to the United Arab Emirates....
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GCC Real Estate Transactions Reach $78.2 Billion in Q1 2025
The real estate sector in the GCC saw transactions reach $78.2 billion in the first quarter of 2025, marking a growth of between 20.5 percent and 22.3 percent, according to estimates from Sakan. Dubai led the market with $38.7 billion in sales, which accounted for nearly half of the total transaction value across the region....
Invest in Sharjah and SRTIP Showcase Investment Opportunities at InnoEX 2025
Under the banner of “Innovate in Sharjah,” the Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah) and the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SRTIP) participated in InnoEX 2025 held in Hong Kong. This event allowed the delegation to explore collaboration opportunities in technology, innovation, and research. The presence of the Sharjah delegation underscored the emirate’s advanced...
Sharjah Showcases Investment Opportunities at InnoEX 2025
Under the “Innovate in Sharjah” initiative, the Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah) and the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SRTIP) participated in InnoEX 2025 in Hong Kong. Their involvement aimed to explore investment opportunities in technology, innovation, and advanced industries. This event highlighted Sharjah’s advanced infrastructure and business-friendly environment, promoting the emirate’s competitive...
Arada Completes 120 New Homes at Aljada Megaproject in Sharjah
Arada has announced the completion of another 120 homes at its Aljada megaproject in Sharjah, following the finishing of The Gate, a two-building complex located at the entry point of the AED 35 billion development. This brings the total number of homes completed at Aljada to over 10 000 since the company’s inception. The newly...
Alef Awards $299 Million Contract for Al Mamsha Sharjah Community Project
Alef, a leading real estate developer in the UAE, has awarded a contract worth AED 1.1 billion (approximately $299 million) to CC7 for the Al Mamsha Raseel project in Sharjah. This development is a significant part of the broader Al Mamsha Sharjah community, which will feature 11 buildings across the Darb and Nama clusters, providing...
Four Solutions Proposed to Address Traffic Congestion Between Dubai and Sharjah
The Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, Eng. Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei, emphasized the significance of addressing traffic congestion between Dubai and Sharjah due to its social, economic, and environmental impacts. To ensure a comprehensive approach, the ministry has coordinated with local authorities to propose four sustainable solutions to tackle this pressing issue. In a written...
Sharjah’s Dh25 Billion Coastal Development to Create Jobs and Housing Opportunities
Ajmal Makan City – Sharjah Waterfront, a significant coastal development project valued at $6.8 billion (Dh25 billion), is set to transform Sharjah’s landscape with over 60 million square feet dedicated to mixed-use residential, commercial, and tourism facilities. This update was shared by Sultan Al Shakrah, the CEO of Ajmal Makan Real Estate Development, who emphasized...
Alef Launches Final Neighborhood “Deem” in $953 Million Hayyan Community
Sharjah-based real estate developer Alef has unveiled “Deem,” the fourth and final neighborhood in the Hayyan residential community. This new addition represents a significant investment in the area, with the overall Hayyan project valued at AED3.5 billion ($953 million). Deem will consist of 313 residential units, designed to enhance the community’s nature-inspired lifestyle. The neighborhood...
New Adventure Park with Zipline and Trails Set to Open in Sharjah
The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) is expanding its portfolio of hospitality projects and attractions with the development of a new adventure park in Khor Fakkan. This exciting venture will feature a zipline, swings, and hiking trails, according to Ahmed Obaid Al Qaseer, CEO of Shurooq. Al Qaseer stated, “We are developing Al Jabel...









