How has the economic environment changed in recent times, and how are Sharjah’s ports maintaining their competitive advantage?
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Articles & Analysis | Investment and long-term strategies increase economic growth in Sharjah from The Report: Sharjah 2017
Among the most diversified economies within both the UAE and the wider GCC region, Sharjah has developed strong manufacturing, tourism and logistics industries, among other non-oil sectors. Against a backdrop of reduced oil prices and lower economic growth, the local and federal authorities are working to further develop the economy through a...
Articles & Analysis | Sharjah looks to attract more foreign direct investment from The Report: Sharjah 2017
Against a backdrop of lower global oil prices, Sharjah has recently been taking steps to bolster foreign investment in order to further promote economic diversification. The emirate already benefits from an attractive investment environment, and a range of legislative changes to bolster its appeal have recently been passed or are in the...
Articles & Analysis | Sharjah looks to build new relations with China and Russia from The Report: Sharjah 2017
The past decade has seen substantial changes in the global economy and geopolitics, with the rise of China and Russia’s re-emergence on the global stage being two particularly important trends. These developments are creating new opportunities for GCC member states as they look to diversify their economies and trade, seek investment...
Articles & Analysis | Rich in heritage, Sharjah looks to further develop its economy from The Report: Sharjah 2017
Accounting for just over 3% of the territory of the UAE, Sharjah is one of the federation’s smaller emirates, and yet it has long played an important cultural and economic role in the region. Home to three free zones, 16 museums and a number of annual festivals that attract visitors from around the world, the emirate continues to punch above...