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Shurooq offers special experiences for Eid

Al Majaz Waterfront, Sharjah (Zawya.com)

The island self-guided tour tickets are priced at AED35 for adults and AED20 for kids, whereas the noor café ticket, which includes breakfast, lunch, or dinner is AED 65…reports Asian Lite News

With most of the Covid-19 restrictions on gatherings being eased, UAE residents are looking forward to celebrating the Eid in full colors almost after two years.

Adding to the excitement and festive ambiance, Popular Destinations under Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) are all geared up with entertaining events and exclusive offers for the Eid holidays and the long weekend.

Here are the Sharjah Experiences you shouldn’t miss during this Eid:

Live Emirati traditional music performance in A Qasba, Al Majaz Waterfront, and Khorfakkan Beach

Family-Favorite destinations, Al Qasba, Al Majaz Waterfront in the Sharjah City, and the serene beach destination on the East Coast, Khorfakkan beach, will host an exclusive live performance of Emirati traditional music on the first 3 days of Eid Al Fitr.

The performances will begin at 5:30 p.m. continuing till 10:15 p.m. It will be a free-entry open venue event.

Visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy an amazing atmosphere with a series of performances that includes Al Ayala Dance, Liwa performance, and Al Madima Performance. The shows are aimed to create buzz around the venues and will bring joyful, happy, and positive vibes during Eid Al-Fitr.

Several destination activities, including the Sharjah boat tour and children’s play activities, will be live and available. Visitors will also be able to enjoy and explore a wide range of Eid offers, and promotions offered by restaurants and cafes in the destinations.

Free Entry to Al Noor Island’s Butterfly House

The picturesque island destination in Sharjah’s Khalid Lagoon, Al Noor Island, is offering exclusive free-of-charge entry to its exotic butterfly house during the 3-days of Eid Al Fitr

Visitors who purchase the self-guided tour or Noor café ticket will be able to visit the butterfly garden for free.

The island self-guided tour tickets are priced at AED35 for adults and AED20 for kids, whereas the noor café ticket, which includes breakfast, lunch, or dinner is AED 65.

With temperature-controlled interiors, the award-winning structure houses over 500 butterflies of 20 different species, including the exotic Tailed Jay, Emerald Swallowtail, Pink Rose, and Malachite, and is one of the most popular tourist places in the UAE.

The beautifully landscaped gardens with more than 70,000 plants & trees, a large children’s playground to slide, swing, and climbing frames, art installations, and long walkways through the green make Al Noor Island the right place for people looking to unwind in a family-friendly environment during Eid Al Fitr holidays.

Free Entry to the historic Mleiha Museum

One another exciting offer during this Eid is the mesmerizing historical destination of Mleiha Archaeological Centre. The museum tour experience of Mleiha will be free for adults and children during the Eid Al Firt holidays.

Located inside the visitors center which is built around a massive tomb from the Bronze Age Umm An Nar culture, the mleiha museum hosts plenty of multimedia displays, exhibits, interactive displays, artifacts, and information points that bring history to life that goes a long way to explain Mleiha’ s historic importance.

The heritage and cultural destination also provide visitors an opportunity to enjoy unique desert experiences; including archaeological tours, stargazing, trekking, camping, dune bashing, and thrilling buggy adventures.

An exclusive 20% discount on all activities will be available during the Eid holidays. Guests can book the experiences in advance by calling 068021111 or 050 210 3780 or via www.discovershurooq.ae website. 

Photography lovers will be able to enjoy the stunning decoration in the destinations and take beautiful shots for their family members and friends.

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UAE’s first waste-to-energy plant ready in Sharjah

Once operational, the plant will enable Sharjah to become the Middle East’s first zero-waste city.

Construction of the UAE’s first waste-to-energy plant has been completed, with the project now entering the testing and commissioning phase.

The Sharjah Waste to Energy plant is the first project of Emirates Waste to Energy, a joint venture established by BEEAH Energy, the renewable energy business of BEEAH Group, and Masdar, one of the world’s leading renewable energy companies.

Once tested, commissioned and operational, the plant will enable Sharjah to become the Middle East’s first zero-waste city, turning unrecyclable waste into clean energy and increasing the current landfill diversion rate from 76 percent to 100 percent. It will also help reduce waste sent to landfill across the UAE, while contributing to the nation’s clean energy resources.

At full operational capacity, the plant will help divert up to 300,000 tonnes of unrecyclable waste away from landfill each year while producing 30 megawatts (MW) of low-carbon electricity, enough to power 28,000 homes in Sharjah.

Khaled Al Huraimel, Group CEO of BEEAH Group, said, “Completion of construction is an important milestone for our Emirates Waste to Energy venture as we continue to pioneer clean energy innovations in the UAE. We look forward to a successful testing and commissioning phase followed by achieving full operations, which will make Sharjah the Middle East’s first zero-waste city. This will also be a landmark moment as we work towards a zero-waste, clean-energy future for the nation, the region and beyond.”

Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi, Masdar CEO, said, “Masdar is proud to be partnering with BEEAH, leveraging our more than a decade and a half of experience in the clean energy sector to help pioneer the UAE’s first waste-to-energy power plant. With the project’s construction phase now complete, we look forward to harnessing our knowledge in the growing waste-to-energy space to help tackle the global climate challenge through sustainable waste management enabled by clean energy solutions.”

Constructed by France-based industrial contractor CNIM, the plant covers an 80,000 sqm area and follows EU Best Available Techniques to align with the strictest environmental standards globally.

Within the plant, unrecyclable waste is fed into a boiler to produce high-pressure steam, turning electric turbine generators. Toxins and pollutants are filtered from the flue gas produced during the process. Bottom ash is collected to recover metals and ash material for use in construction and roadwork applications, while fly ash is collected and treated separately.

Adjacent to the waste-to-energy plant is an award-winning waste-management complex operated by BEEAH Recycling, BEEAH Group’s recycling and material recovery business, which has already helped achieve a 76 percent landfill waste diversion rate in the emirate of Sharjah. Unrecyclable waste from the complex will be transported to the waste-to-energy plant.

Speaking about the impact the plant will have on clean energy in the region, Al Huraimel said, “We are confident that with a successful testing and commissioning period, and once the plant is fully operational, we will also demonstrate how waste-to-energy is an essential innovation to sustaining the circular economy, tackling the challenge of unrecyclable waste, and serving as a more affordable, low-carbon alternative to traditional fossil fuels.”

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The 30 MW plant will displace almost 450,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions a year and preserve the equivalent of 45 million m3 of natural gas.

BEEAH and Masdar have begun exploring opportunities for the Emirates Waste to Energy company to open similar plants across the UAE and the wider region.

“We are aligned with the national and regional sustainability agendas and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs) across our businesses, ventures, and partnerships. Our goal is to realise a zero-waste, clean energy future, starting with the UAE, where we are driven by the Net Zero by 2050 strategic initiative. We believe more such waste-to-energy innovations will be critical in achieving this vision and pioneering a sustainable quality of life for all,” the BEEAH Group CEO said.

Emirates Waste to Energy, BEEAH and Masdar are planning a ceremony to formally open the Sharjah Waste to Energy plant soon.

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Sharjah’s economy grows 4.8%

Sharjah’s gross domestic product (GDP) expanded by an annual 4.8 percent in 2021…reports Asian Lite News

Sharjah’s gross domestic product (GDP) expanded by an annual 4.8 percent in 2021, as per official data released by the emirate’s Department of Statistics and Community Development (DSCD). With nearly AED130.5 billion in GDP earnings last year compared to AED124.6 billion in 2020, the emirate’s economy, particularly the non-oil sectors, accelerated reinforcing its growing status as a regional hub for business, trade and investments.

The data testifies to Sharjah’s resilience in adapting to the fast-changing economic landscape of the post-pandemic era, DSCD underlined, adding that indicators of future growth remain positive for a multitude of sectors owing to the emirate’s agile economic diversification policies and practices.

The 2021 GDP growth findings are based on a detailed economic study led by DSCD, which featured a thorough review of Sharjah’s macroeconomic data from 2020 and preliminary estimates for the year 2021. The study includes all economic activities in line with the International Standard Classification of Economic Activities (ISIC.4) and is based on a survey of both independent bodies and the government sector.

Sheikh Mohammed bin Humaid Al Qasimi, Chairman of DSCD: “The exceptional growth Sharjah witnessed in 2021 clearly indicates the success of the emirate’s strategies for sustainable growth and development. These are based on diversity of market sectors and incomes, balanced growth, and the strategic distribution of development capital. Sharjah’s economy has proved its agility in adapting to far-reaching local and global changes. The numbers highlight the success of the emirate’s integrative strategies guiding both developmental and economic entities in public and private sectors. As Sharjah continues its developmental journey, DSCD reaffirms its commitment to offering stakeholders a robust source of accurate data and information, which reflects current and future socioeconomic realities.”

Data shows that the emirate’s trading sector was the most significant contributor to GDP at 23.8 percent. Transformative industries stood at 17.0 percent, construction at 9.3 percent, and real estate at 9.0 percent, while the government sector contributed to 7.3 percent in 2021.

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As for growth rates of specific economic sectors in 2021 compared to 2020, the study reveals wholesale and retail trade as leading the charts at 10.0 percent. Transport and storage sectors registered a 9.5 percent growth, followed by the accommodation/hospitality and food services at 9.1 percent. Extractive industries grew by 9.0 percent and health and social services by 7.6 percent.

Sector-specific contributions include production at AED240 billion in 2021, compared to AED228.8 billion in 2020. Workers’ compensation increased to AED38.8 billion in 2021, compared to AED36.9 billion in the previous year; and the total value of capital expenditures rose to AED33.8 billion in 2021, compared to AED31.3 billion in 2020.

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SBA conducts session ‘My writing journey – milestones and challenges’

SBA conducts session ‘My writing journey – milestones and challenges’

The rich and diverse activities of the EBF continued with a session titled ‘My writing journey – milestones and challenges’…reports Asian Lite News

The rich and diverse activities of the Emirati Book Fair (EBF), organised by the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) in partnership with the Emirates Writers Union (EWU) at its headquarters in Al Zahia, continued with a session titled ‘My writing journey – milestones and challenges’ that brought together Dr. Hamad Ben Saray, faculty member, United Arab Emirates University and Awad bin Hasum Al Darmaki, Emirati author and poet.

The session, moderated by Sheikha Al Mutairi, was attended by Sultan Al Amimi, Chairman of the Emirates Writers Union; Khawla Al Mujaini, Director of Exhibitions and Festivals at SBA, Fadel Hussein Bussaim, Director of SBA in the Eastern Region; and a host of writers and intellectuals.

Dr. Hamad Ben Saray said he honed his writing skills during his university days, and advised aspiring writers to research old books and reference material to advance their skillsets and capabilities. This would give readers rich content regardless of the genre, he noted.

Saray, who specialises in the historical genre, pointed out that an author should have the tools and capabilities to write in a particular genre so that his work is precise and thorough. He advised postgraduate students in historical sciences to study the ancient languages, which will help them provide readers with credible content based on proper scientific research.

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As regards the tools needed to build a professional writer, Emirati author and poet Awad Al Darmaki said: “With time, the habit of extensive reading lays the foundation for a future writer. Reading also helps aspiring writers gain a wealth of information and knowledge that puts them on the path to becoming a professional writer.”

Al Darmaki emphasised that aspiring writers should be supported and encouraged because it will boost their confidence and give the necessary support to continue writing. He added that writers need to be choosy about topics so as to enrich the scene with new and valuable content.

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SAC concludes with opening of Teaching Aids Exhibition

SAC concludes with opening of Teaching Aids Exhibition

The Sharjah Autism Centre (SAC) of Sharjah City for Humanitarian Services has organised the fourth virtual sports festival for people with autism spectrum disorder via Zoom platform, on 20th April, 2022…reports Asian Lite News

The festival witnessed the participation of 185 students with autism spectrum disorder affiliated with autism centres in the UAE, Oman, Egypt, and Jordan, as part of SAC’s awareness campaign on autism spectrum disorder.

Dr. Siham Al Humaimat, Director of SAC: “The aim of the festival is to raise the level of sports culture among students, parents and all members of society, to promote the integration of people with autism spectrum disorder, and to create a spirit of achievement and interaction among them, in addition to improving and developing the motor performance of people with autism spectrum disorder through their participation in sports activities, and psychological support for parents by watching the achievement of their children in sports competitions.”

Al Humaimat confirmed that SAC is one of the leading centres in accordance with best practices in providing various programmes, services and activities, including the comprehensive sports programme, which contains the most important sports activities with a positive and distinct impact on developing the capabilities of people with autism spectrum disorder.

At the closing ceremony, certificates of appreciation and participation were handed over, and medals were awarded to the champions.

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On a related note, the activities of the World Autism Day concluded on 21st April, with Dr. Al Humaimat opening the Teaching Aids Exhibition at Al Resalah International School of Science.

The exhibition, which received its visitors from various schools in the country, aims at clarifying the importance of teaching aids in enriching education, as they help to arouse the interest of the students with autism spectrum disorder, satisfy their need for learning, and engage the senses in the educational process. (WAM)

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Investment Opportunities in Virtual Assets discussed at 8th annual edition of SERM

Investment Opportunities in Virtual Assets discussed at 8th annual edition of SERM

Organised by the Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah), event featured panel discussion exploring the present and future of the rapidly growing industry in the UAE…reports Asian Lite News

The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) and Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah) hosted a distinguished group of local and federal government officials, prominent business leaders and key partners to discuss ‘Investment Opportunities in Virtual Assets’ at the 8th annual edition of the Sharjah Economic Ramadan Majlis (SERM), which took place yesterday (Tuesday) at the House of Wisdom in Sharjah.

The event was held in the presence of H.E. Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, Cabinet Minister and UAE Minister of Economy and Sheikh Saud bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Director of the Sharjah Digital Office.

During the majlis, a panel of experts explored new and emerging investment prospects in the UAE’s virtual assets sector, which has witnessed a recent period of tremendous growth in global markets. Addressing a gathering of more than 300 attendees, the speakers discussed the UAE’s status as a regional leader in the virtual asset industry; the future of cryptocurrency, non-fungible tokens (NFT) and metaverse in the country; the government’s role in regulating the sector to promote its growth; and the initiatives and innovation of entrepreneurs in capitalising on the opportunities afforded by these developments.

The speakers included H.E. Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri; H.E. Ahmed Obaid Al Qaseer, Acting CEO of Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq); H.E. Dr. Maryam Buti Al Suwaidi, CEO of the UAE Security and Commodities Authority (SCA); H.E. Mohamed Juma Al Musharrkh, CEO of Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah); H.E. Hussain Al Mahmoudi, CEO of Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SRTIP); H.E. Fahad Al Gergawi, CEO of Dubai Investment Development Agency (Dubai FDI); Marwan Al Zarouni, CEO of Dubai Blockchain Center; Mohamed Al Jassmi, co-founder of BAMAR Coin, the first Arabic cryptocurrency; Anna Seaman, co-founder of MORROW Collective; Ali Awad, banking and finance lawyer at Al Tamimi & Co; and Rajaa Al Mazrouei, Executive Vice President of Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) FinTech Hive.

H.E. Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri: “It was not long ago that governments around the world were wary about the sudden prevalence of cryptocurrency. A few short years later, the UAE has already begun shaping the future of this dynamic asset class as well as other virtual assets. For instance, in February HH Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum announced the Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA) in Dubai, which protects investors and oversees the industry. A regulatory and supervisory framework for virtual asset investment was recently open for public consultation under the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) and is set to be issued in the upcoming months. The UAE is also actively combating illicit trade and financial crimes in the crypto space. Regulation is vital for us to realise the full potential of virtual assets and deploy this sector to drive the economy forward in the long term.”

Ahmed Obaid Al Qaseer: “Virtual assets are expected to lay the bedrock of the global economy in the future. Investments are pouring into this sector in anticipation of that day, as the circulation of cryptocurrency and NFTs becomes more widespread. In keeping with its characteristic spirit of innovation, the UAE is capitalising on this rapid growth and preparing the ground for a flourishing virtual asset space with the necessary laws and regulation. This exciting new phenomenon is poised to transform the investment landscape of Sharjah and the UAE at large.”

Mohamed Juma Al Musharrkh, CEO of Invest in Sharjah: “UAE’s inclusive development strategy realised the importance of creating investment opportunities to further enhance economy’s diversification and sustainable growth, as well as implementing dynamic strategies to offer a flexible and innovation-driven environment for business and investments. Sharjah has successfully consolidated its position as a thriving hub of innovation. We are already investing in research and innovative technologies, and the emirate is ready and open for business and partnerships.”

H.E. Dr Maryam Buti Al Suwaidi also stressed the importance of government regulation of the virtual assets sector. She said: “The threat to investors posed by virtual assets is that any sudden change in the market can cause them to lose all their assets at once. It is only if there is legal protection in place can virtual assets be traded in the UAE.”

For his part, HE Hussein Al Mahmoudi noted: “We need to develop our education system to include training in this new industry, to allow businesses to engage with it and foster a future generation of coding and mining managers.”

Discussing the future of the virtual assets sector in the UAE, Marwan Al Zarouni said: “The disruption introduced by virtual assets parallels the internet’s transformation of our lives. We are still witnessing the early days of this sector, and we will soon see a radical shift in the way we raise money and perceive money.”

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Lauding the UAE’s achievements in establishing itself as a hub for fintech, Rajaa Al Mazrouei said: “Thanks to the government’s regulations, funding and cultivation of a thriving entrepreneurship ecosystem, the last five years have witnessed a boom in startups focusing on deep innovative technologies that enable financial services to tap into the future and accommodate the evolution of digital currencies and NFTs.”

Mohamed Al Jassmi said: “The UAE government provides us with unfaltering support as entrepreneurs to develop our projects, due to its dedication to be a leader in all fields, including now the virtual assets sector. It was with this support that we were able to launch BAMAR Coin, the world’s first Arabic crypto currency.”

Anna Seaman shed light on NFTs as an asset class. “The NFT emerged because, as a technology and a medium, it allocates value to digital art in the same way that traditional art holds value, and adds diversity to an investment portfolio.”

Speaking in the same vein, Ali Awad said: “The UAE has greatly advanced its efforts to regulate virtual asset in recent years. Forthcoming legislating will regulate investment in the sector, linking virtual assets to commodities and securities in general.”

The seventh edition of SERM, which took place in 2021, addressed the new economic legislations that were instituted in order to mitigate the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on businesses. Speakers shed light on the UAE’s industrial strategy ‘Operation 300bn’, a 10-year comprehensive strategy designed to expand the industrial sector and enable it to become the driving force of a sustainable national economy.

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Sharjah Ruler launches Emirati Book Fair, signs a publication

Sharjah Ruler launches Emirati Book Fair, signs a publication (WAM)

The Ruler of Sharjah signed the new book and kindly gifted a number of signed copies to senior Emirati officials, intellectuals and writers…reports Asian Lite News

H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, launched Wednesday evening, His Highness’s latest historical book, issued by Al Qasimi Publications, titled “The Struggle of the Zend Princes and the Demise of the King”, during his inauguration of the second edition of the Emirati Book Fair, organised by the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), in cooperation with the Emirates Writers Union, at the SBA’s headquarters.

The Ruler of Sharjah signed the new book and kindly gifted a number of signed copies to senior Emirati officials, intellectuals and writers.

Sharjah Ruler launches Emirati Book Fair, signs a publication (WAM)

The book, which comprises three chapters with indexes and an explanatory appendix, is a qualitative addition to the path of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah’s unfathomable historical research with semantics, which, once again, enriches the cognitive importance of reading history, and rediscovering the extended formation of societies, from different cultures of the world, all of which represent a rich diversity that enriches the permanent human question about identity and existence, and the dimensions of the civilisational formation of the region.

In his new historical book, Sheikh Sultan relies on narrating the facts of history and dealing with them by study and analysis in order to explore their scientific and historical value, strong foundations and distinguishing characteristics. The book is based on the methodology of comparison and contrast between historical accounts and events, relying on correct and authentic documents in rebuilding the historical event and reading the past with a scrutinising and investigative eye seeking honesty, objectivity and impartiality.

Sharjah Ruler launches Emirati Book Fair, signs a publication (WAM)

Following the signing, Sheikh Sultan toured the various pavilions and sections of the fair, which includes a number of participations from local publishing houses specialised in publishing the Emirati book, inspecting the various modern publications it houses that present the works of local writers in various literary, cultural, scientific and other fields.

Sharjah Ruler was briefed on the various cultural and literary exhibits of the pavilion of the Emirates Writers Union, where he acquainted himself with the pavilion’s new publications for a group of the Union’s authors and writers, and the efforts of the union to support and motivate local authors and develop their writing talents.

Continuing his tour, H.H. the Ruler of Sharjah visited the pavilions of Kalimat Group, the Emirates Publishers Association, the Platform Project, the Medad Publishing and Distribution, the Al Hudhud Publishing and Distribution, the Kuttab Publishing, and the Poetry Academy, where His Highness was briefed on the exhibits and ways to develop Emirati book publishing.

In its second edition, the Emirati Book Fair presents 970 publications and 1,400 titles for a large number of Emirati writers and authors in various fields of knowledge and science, with the participation of 26 publishing houses, institutions and local cultural initiatives.

The exhibition seeks to create an integrated cultural movement around the Emirati book and its authors, and to encourage new generations to be present in the cultural arena and develop their writing skills in various forms of creativity such as story, novel, poetry, article and other arts of writing. The exhibition also opens the door for all members of society to be present and acquire books of local writers, and enhance their presence in literary forums, as well as satisfying the hobbies and talents of research and reading.

The book fair hosts panel discussions and poetry evenings led by renowned Emirati authors and intellectuals. The fair will bring together Ali Al Abdan; Dr. Hamad Ben Saray; Shaikha Al Mutairi; Ahmad Al Assam; Amal Al Sahlawi; Awad bin Hasoum Al Darmaki; Salha Obaid; Eman Al Yousuf; Alia Al Mansoori; and Mona Alraisi, and other cultural figures, to discuss several cultural topics including the Emirati writer’s presence on the global scene.

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The four-day event, which runs until April 24, will provide a platform for publishers, authors, and intellectuals to network, highlight new titles by emerging writers, and shed light on the creative journeys of the UAE’s literary talents. It will also cover various cultural topics apart from spotlighting the UAE’s thriving cultural scene.

The book fair will promote local content of every genre such as academic books, novels, historical titles and children’s literature.

The opening ceremony was attended by Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, President of the International Publishers Association (IPA); Sheikh Salem bin Abdulrahman Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Sharjah Ruler’s Office; Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, UAE Minister of Economy; Hessa Essa Buhumaid, Minister of Community Development; and Jameela Al Muhairi, Minister of State for Public Education, and a number of heads of local departments, officials, writers and media professionals. (WAM)

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Sharjah’s House of Wisdom and British Library engage to boost cultural cooperation

Sharjah’s House of Wisdom and British Library engage to boost cultural cooperation

Sharjah’s HoW and the British Library in London engage in a vibrant cultural and knowledge exchange…reports Asian Lite News

An official delegation from the House of Wisdom (HoW) in Sharjah, visited the British Library earlier this month to explore potential collaborations, exchange best practices and look into ways to boost cultural cooperation and dialogue between the two prestigious institutions.

The HoW Director Marwa Al Aqroubi and delegation was received by Dr Luisa Elena Mengoni, Head of Asian and African Collections, and Daniel Lowe, Curator of Arabic Collections at the British Library.

Marwa Al Aqroubi, said: “The British Library and HoW are like-minded in our shared pursuit of enriching the lives of current and future generations with literature, art and culture, and offering them a space to deepen their understanding of the diversity that exists in our world. At HoW, part of that myriad offerings to boost people’s learning journeys, is a high-tech library with an inclusive repository of over 400,000 books including digital and Braille”.

She further noted that the visit was a great learning experience for the HoW team, highlighting Sharjah’s “efforts to develop the global cultural landscape by offering a futuristic, innovation-driven hub that supports both intellectual and creative pursuits. Since its opening in 2020 by His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, the iconic destination has attracted thousands of visitors from the UAE and around the world.”

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Dr Luisa Mengoni, Head of Asian and African Collections at the British Library, said: “We were delighted to welcome to the British Library Ms. Marwa Al Aqroubi and her colleagues from the House of Wisdom last week, and share experiences and practices of our respective institutions. This was an opportunity to initiate a dialogue and explore potential collaborations”.

Developed by the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) in celebration of the emirate’s yearlong tenure as UNESCO World Book Capital 2019, HoW was in the running to win the ninth edition of the London Book Fair’s International Excellence Awards, in the ‘Library of the Year’ category this year. 

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Sharjah police, airport distribute Iftar meals during Ramadan

The initiative came to consolidate the concept of community partnership and positive support for stability, tolerance and fraternity values among all segments of society…reports Asian Lite News

The General Command of Sharjah Police, in cooperation with the Emirates Red Crescent (ERC), has carried out a community initiative since the beginning of the Holy Month of Ramadan by distributing Iftar meals to traffic intersections in the cities of the emirate, and fields during the Iftar period, such as the Iftar cannon at Al Majaz Waterfront.

The initiative came to consolidate the concept of community partnership and positive support for stability, tolerance and fraternity values among all segments of society.

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Lt. Col. Mohammed Al Dhahouri, Head of the Public Relations Department of Sharjah Police: “The distribution of Iftar meals is one of the annual initiatives organised by the Sharjah Police General Headquarters with the advent of the Holy Month of Ramadan, which mirrors the noble values that the holy month calls for, and enhances the values and principles of Social responsibility and culture of goodness that is deeply-rooted Emiratis.”

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In line with its directives to furnish the best services to customers and facilitate their experience during Ramadan, Sharjah Airport has taken an initiative to provide Iftar meals to all the travellers at the airport.

This initiative aims at nurturing the spirit of solidarity and community during the holy month and bring joy to everyone traveling through Sharjah Airport by supporting them and facilitating their travel procedures in any way possible.

Through this initiative, the airport is representing and consolidating the Emirati society’s deeply rooted values and customs, WAM reported.

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Ramadan Nights 2022 kicks off at Expo Centre Sharjah

Ramadan Nights 2022 kicks off at Expo Centre Sharjah (WAM)

The shopping experience at Ramadan Nights will be enhanced by the opportunity to win a luxury Suzuki Jimny as well as other valuable prizes in various raffle draws held throughout the exhibition…reports Asian Lite News

Thousands of visitors are expected to flock to the Expo Centre Sharjah on Tuesday for the opening of the ‘Ramadan Nights 2022’ exhibition, the perfect shopping, entertainment, culinary, and cultural destination, scheduled to operate for 15 days throughout the holy month of Ramadan.

The event which is slated to run until 26th April, brings with it big surprises and massive discounts of up 75 percent on a wide range of products amid a pleasant atmosphere, and is one of the largest shopping exhibitions in the region, showcasing over 200 leading retailers and 25 international brands.

Organised by the Expo Centre Sharjah with the support of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), Ramadan Nights 2022 will also feature a plethora of activities and events, including cultural, heritage, religious and health awareness programs, spanning over an area of 15,000 square meters.

In addition, visitors can enjoy delicious local, Arab, and international cuisines at Iftar Corner, pay a visit to the Heritage Village, which features a variety of traditional products such as handicrafts, incense, Ramadan dishes, and drinks, or go to the gaming arena that provides a host of entertainment activities suitable for the entire family.

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The shopping experience at Ramadan Nights will be enhanced by the opportunity to win a luxury Suzuki Jimny as well as other valuable prizes in various raffle draws held throughout the exhibition. Visitors and shoppers must spend a minimum of AED 200 to be eligible for the draw, which also includes the chance to win purchase vouchers and gifts through different contests.

Brand Bazaar, Nine West, Naturalizer, Hush Puppies, Baby Shop, Kiabi, Toms, X-Pearse One, Al Mandoos Trading Company, and Home Style are among the several other retailers and brands participating in this year’s Ramadan Nights, providing a wide range of products and goods on offer, including clothing, jewellery, cosmetics, shoes, bags, perfumes, healthcare products, electronic goods, household appliances, furnishings, interiors, textiles, sports equipment, and toys.

Ramadan Nights will open its doors to visitors from 17:00 until 1:00 throughout the holy month. (WAM)