The Hamriyah Free Zone Authority (HFZA) and the Sharjah Airport International Free Zone (SAIF Zone) recently hosted a high-level delegation from the People’s Republic of China. This meeting aimed to explore ways to enhance bilateral economic and trade cooperation, focusing on increasing investment opportunities for Chinese businesses in the Emirate of Sharjah. During the discussions,...
The General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai (GDRFA) has launched a new platform to simplify residency services for government, semi-government, and free zone entities. The platform, available at bundle.gdrfad.gov.ae, aims to make the process faster and more efficient for businesses and employees in these sectors. The service consolidates key processes like issuing...
The United Arab Emirates has announced plans to construct an eye hospital in Uganda, as part of the Emirates Global Hospitals programme. This initiative falls under the Zayed Humanitarian initiative and aims to improve healthcare access in the region. The project, which will be situated in Entebbe, is projected to cost approximately Dh20 million (around...
Starting January 20, 2024, drivers in Ras Al Khaimah will have a new option for managing impounded vehicles. The emirate’s police announced the launch of the “Smart Home Vehicle Impoundment System,” which allows vehicle owners to request that their cars be impounded at a location of their choice instead of a traditional impound yard. This...
Sharjah’s Kalba City will introduce a paid parking system starting February 1, as announced by the Kalba municipality on Tuesday. This new system will require drivers to pay for parking from 8 AM to 10 PM, applicable from Saturdays to Thursdays. Fridays will remain free for parking, although certain zones within the city will still...
Sharjah has taken a significant step to boost its economy by forming the Higher Committee for Economic Integration. The committee will focus on streamlining development across various sectors, including free zones and the mainland. This move aligns with Sharjah’s ongoing efforts to fast-track infrastructure projects and establish new business clusters, particularly for startups. The committee...