Sharjah has officially launched the ‘Sharjah GIS Forum’, aimed at fostering digital integration within the region. Eng. Lamia Obaid Al Hosani Al Shamsi, the Director of Sharjah Digital Department, expressed her enthusiasm for the forum, which features a carefully selected group of experts and specialists from both public and private sectors. The primary goal of the event is to promote knowledge exchange on the latest global technologies and practices.

Al Shamsi emphasized that the forum acts as a distinctive platform to enhance partnerships between government entities and facilitate the adoption of modern technologies, particularly geospatial data. This initiative is intended to improve service quality and promote sustainable development in the region. She also acknowledged the contributions of participants and supporters, highlighting their role in ensuring the event’s success and describing it as a significant step toward building smart and resilient communities.