With 12% Growth topped by Consumer Protection

SEDD Receives 1221 Complaints during 2018 First Quarter

Sharjah Economic Development Department “SEDD” solved 1221 complaints which were received at by the end of the first quarter of this year, with a 12% growth over the first quarter of last year. The complaints were from different dealers and investors and SEDD worked on solving them as soon as possible in order to apply its strategy that call for improving the services and deal with issues quickly.

Sultan Abdullah bin Hadda Al Suwaidi:

“We are concerned about solving complaints as soon as possible to improve customers and partners’ satisfaction”.

Salim Al Suwaidi:

“The high number of consumer protection complaints is an evidence for SEDD’s success in educating consumers and investors about their rights and duties”.

 

Sharjah Economic Development Department “SEDD” solved 1221 complaints which were received at by the end of the first quarter of this year, with a 12% growth over the first quarter of last year. The complaints were from different dealers and investors and SEDD worked on solving them as soon as possible in order to apply its strategy that call for improving the services and deal with issues quickly.

Thus, SEDD report emphasized that consumer protection complaints reached 82% during the first quarter of this year of the total complaints received by the Department during this period, while service agent complaint hit 10%. On the other hand, the commercial fraud complaints amounted to 8% of the total number of complaints. Also, the report stated that the increment in the number of consumer protection complaints in an evidence for SEDD’s success to educate consumers and investors about their rights and duties and also after the application of value added.

In addition, the complaints received from the customers and investors were different and the concerned departments worked on resolving the complaints immediately. Likely, the Department confirms that protecting consumers from commercial fraud is one of its top priorities and to implement its strategy to improve the performance.

Besides, HE Sultan Abdullah bin Hadda Al Suwaidi, SEDD Chairman, said that the issuance of such quarterly and detailed reports is one of the important economic indicators for the Department to study the economic situation in the emirate.

Also, HE paid great attention to address these complaints as soon as possible in order to improve the satisfaction and loyalty of customers and key partners through the adoption of best practices in procedures and quality systems to develop performance. HE pointed out that Sharjah has taken great strides in the field of economic diversification and has achieved a high level of development and progress under wise leadership seeking to use the energies and resources available to achieve the best achievements.

From his side, Salim Al Suwaidi, Deputy Director of Commercial Control and Protection Department at SEDD, stressed that the increase in the number of complaints of consumer protection is evidence of SEDD’s success in educating consumers and investors about their rights and duties as a result of the awareness campaigns carried out that are aimed to all the segments of the society. He also stated that it is important that the public should contact the Department in case of facing any problems after purchasing the goods. Likewise, he illustrated that the Department of Commercial Control and Protection in SEDD is dealing with many different cases of consumer complaints, and each is dealt with in cooperation with all parties concerned, to reach a solution that satisfies everyone and preserves their rights.

Besides, he pointed out that the Department has received many complaints from consumers, most of which concentrated in high prices after the start of the tax application at the beginning of 2018, where they were dealt with according to the laws.

Furthermore, Al Suwaidi clarified that the activity of cars and their spare parts came at the forefront of complaints of consumer protection with a percentage of 25 from total number of consumer protection complaints. Then, they were followed by the activity of electronics and mobile phones, which accounted for 12% of complaints, then building materials by 11%. After that, these activities were followed by the activity of furniture and curtains that reached 7% of the total number of complaints for the same period, while the remaining complaints shared the rest of the remaining percentages.

Moreover, Al Suwaidi emphasized on the importance that the public should communicate with the Department in case of facing any case of commercial fraud. He also on the need to keep a bill after purchasing, which is a reference to them and the guarantor of their rights if they wish to file a complaint. Besides, SEDD offers several channels to receive complaints whereas it receives the complaints through the Call Center at 80080000 or through the consumer protection website www.shjconsumer.ae.

Moreover, Al Suwaidi pointed out that SEDD is continuing its regulatory efforts and in cooperation with various competent authorities in the Emirate to ensure that all economic establishments operating in the Emirate comply with the requirements imposed by the Federal Tax Authority.

تعزيزا لآفاق التعاون الاقتصادي والتجاري مع المغرب

اقتصادية الشارقة تستقبل وفدا من غرفة طنجة

 

استقبلت دائرة التنمية الاقتصادية في الشارقة وفد رسمي من غرفة التجارة والصناعة والخدمات لجهة طنجة تطوان الحسيمة في المملكة المغربية، وذلك في إطار تعزيز التعاون الاقتصادي والتجاري والاستثمار المتبادل بين الشارقة والمغرب والتعرف على الفرص المتاحة بين الجانبين فيما يتعلق بالمشاريع الاستثمارية المشتركة خلال الفترة الحالية والمستقبلية، إضافة إلى تطوير مجتمع الأعمال بينهم.

 

استقبلت دائرة التنمية الاقتصادية في الشارقة وفد رسمي من غرفة التجارة والصناعة والخدمات لجهة طنجة تطوان الحسيمة في المملكة المغربية، وذلك في إطار تعزيز التعاون الاقتصادي والتجاري والاستثمار المتبادل بين الشارقة والمغرب والتعرف على الفرص المتاحة بين الجانبين فيما يتعلق بالمشاريع الاستثمارية المشتركة خلال الفترة الحالية والمستقبلية، إضافة إلى تطوير مجتمع الأعمال بينهم.

جاء ذلك خلال اجتماع عقد بين سعادة سلطان عبد الله بن هده السويدي رئيس دائرة التنمية الاقتصادية في الشارقة، وعبدالرحيم رحالي   القنصل العام للمملكة المغربية ،وعبد الحفيظ الشركي رئيس الوفد وعضو غرفة طنجة تطوان الحسيمة وعضو الغرفة المغربية  ورئيس لجنة التتبع وانجاز المشاريع التنموية، بحضور عدد من المسؤولين من الطرفين.

وناقش الجانبان عدداً من المواضيع ذات الاهتمام المشترك، وتعرف الوفد على أفضل الممارسات بشأن التراخيص والخدمات الأخرى التي تقدمها الدائرة، حيث قدمت اقتصادية الشارقة عرضا توضيحيا حول الخطط الحالية والمستقبلية، والتي تسعى من خلالها لتأكيد مكانة الإمارة كوجهة جاذبة للمستثمرين، ولتوفير التسهيلات والإمكانات وتعزيز البنية التحتية الحديثة والمتطورة للإمارة، ووضع رؤية واضحة المعالم لما تشهده الشارقة اليوم من نمو اقتصادي مستدام.

وقال سعادته أن التسهيلات الكبيرة التي تقدمها إمارة الشارقة للمستثمرين الراغبين في الاستثمار بالإمارة  ساهمت في نمو السوق الاقتصادي حيث تعتبر الشارقة وجهة استثمارية متميّزة لما تتمتع به من تنوع اقتصادي، واستقرار أمني، وموقع جغرافي مميز، وتشريعات وقوانين منظمة، وتسهيلات حكومية، ومناطق حرة، وموانئ حديثة، وفرص استثمارية واعدة، حيث أكد  حرص الدائرة على توفير التسهيلات للشركات المغربية الراغبة بالاستثمار في الشارقة، وتذليل أي تحديات أو صعوبات قد تواجهها في هذا الجانب، بما يضمن لها الاستفادة من موقع الشارقة الاستراتيجي على المستوى الإقليمي والتوسع في أسواق المنطقة ومما توفره الإمارة من مزايا وحوافز استثنائية للمستثمرين الأجانب.

وأوضح أن العمل على تنمية اقتصاد الإمارة أحد المهام الرئيسة للدائرة، للوصول لرؤيتها بالريادة في التنمية المستدامة وتحقيق الرفاه الاقتصادي وفقاً لخطتها الإستراتيجية الداعية لتخطيط وقيادة التنمية الاقتصادية في الإمارة، مشيرا إلى أن مثل هذه الزيارات محطة مهمة لتعزيز التعاون الاقتصادي والتجاري مع المغرب، ولرفع معدلات الاستثمار المشترك في جميع القطاعات، ولعرض وتقديم التسهيلات للمستثمرين، مشددا على أهمية تشجيع مجتمع الأعمال المغربي على الاستثمار في إمارة الشارقة للاستفادة من النمو الاقتصادي المتسارع الذي تشهده دولة الإمارات والشارقة على كافة الأصعدة، ومن دور الإمارة المحوري كمركز تجاري استراتيجي في الشرق الأوسط.

من جانبه ثمن عبد الحفيظ الشركي دور اقتصادية الشارقة وتعاونها في تعزيز العلاقات الاقتصادية بين المغرب والشارقة، واهتمامها بفتح المجال أمام المعرفة والاطلاع والاستكشاف، مؤكدا أن هذه الزيارة تعتبر خطوة في الاتجاه الصحيح للبناء عليها ومواصلة التنسيق المشترك بين الجانبين نحو علاقات مؤسساتية أكثر تميزاً وقوة وعمقاً.

وأعرب رئيس الوفد المغربي عن حرص بلاده على تمتين الروابط بين المغرب والإمارات في جميع النواحي السياسية والاقتصادية والثقافية والعلمية والأدبية، بما يخدم مصالح البلدين الشقيقين وشعبيهما، مؤكداً حرص غرفة طنجة تطوان الحسيمة على التعاون مع دائرة التنمية الاقتصادية في الشارقة، بما يُحقق الأهداف والمصالح المشتركة على درب التنمية والاستثمار ودعم الشراكات في مجالات اقتصادية متنوعة تمتلك فيها كل من جهة طنجة تطوان الحسيمة والشارقة إمكانات كبيرة وقدرات تنافسية في قطاعات رئيسية تشكل ركائز لنمو الاقتصاد في الجهتين.

وقال عبد العزيز عمر المدفع، نائب مدير إدارة الاتصال الحكومي في دائرة التنمية الاقتصادية بالشارقة، إن استقبال الوفد جاء في إطار السعي المشترك لرفع نسب التبادل التجاري وإقامة شراكات استثمارية جديدة وواعدة بين الشارقة والجمهورية المغربية بما يسهم في تطوير آفاق ومجالات التعاون المتبادل. ولفت المدفع إلى المزايا التفضيلية الخاصة التي يتمتع بها الاقتصاد في إمارة الشارقة وتنافسيتها الإيجابية.

وأعقب اللقاء جولة للوفد الزائر في مختلف مرافق الدائرة، حيث اطلعوا على الخدمات الالكترونية والذكية التي توفرها الدائرة إضافة إلى إمكانية إنجاز المعاملات بسهولة وسرعة والاطلاع على الفرص الاستثمارية في الإمارة التي توفرها اقتصادية الشارقة للمستثمرين.

وأشاد الوفد الزائر بإمكانيات اقتصادية الشارقة وطريقة عملها المبتكرة وتبنيها الاستراتيجيات الفعالة واعتمادها منظومة عمل رائدة على أعلى المستويات.

 

 

اقتصادية الشارقة" تختتم بنجاح معرض ريادة الأعمال الوطنية السابع

بهدف دعم القطاع الوطني والمشاريع التجارية لرواد الأعمال، اختتمت دائرة التنمية الاقتصادية في الشارقة، معرضي ريادة الأعمال الوطنية السابع في مجلس ضاحية الخالدية وأكسبو خورفكان والذي شهد إقبالاً كبيراً من الجمهور طوال أيام المعرض خلال الفترة من8 حتى 12 يناير.

 

اختتمت دائرة التنمية الاقتصادية في الشارقة، معرض ريادة الأعمال الوطنية السابع، والذي أقيم في مجلس ضاحية الخالدية خلال الفترة من 2حتى 7 يناير ومعرض ريادة الأعمال الوطنية السابع في أكسبو خورفكان خلال الفترة من 8 يناير حتى 12والذي حضره العديد من الشخصيات البارزة، واستقطب مئات الزوار من العائلات المواطنة والمقيمة.

 وشارك في المعرض الذي تم تنظيمه في مجلس ضاحية الخالدية أكثر من 30عارض بهدف دعم القطاع الوطني والمشاريع التجارية لرواد الأعمال، وسط مجموعة من الفعاليات التي تستهدف مختلف الفئات العمرية لتشمل جميع أفراد العائلة.

 وقال سعادة سلطان عبد الله بن هده السويدي رئيس دائرة التنمية الاقتصادية بالشارقة: إن دعم القطاع الوطني والمشاريع التجارية لرواد الأعمال الوطنية والقطاع المنزلي، يأتي ضمن الخطط الاستراتيجية للدائرة والتي ترتكز على التنمية الاقتصادية وتطوير القطاعات الاقتصادية والعمل على إبرازها ودعمها بكل السبل، مشيراً إلى أن مثل هذه المعارض المتخصصة بعرض وتسويق المنتجات والخدمات يسهم بشكل كبير في نشر ثقافة ريادة الأعمال.

 وأكد السويدي، أن الدائرة تعمل وفق رؤية وتوجيهات صاحب السمو الشيخ الدكتور سلطان بن محمد القاسمي عضو المجلس الأعلى حاكم الشارقة، بمساعدة المواطنين والمواطنات للدخول إلى الأسواق وممارسة العمل الاقتصادي ودعم أعمالهم ومبادراتهم وأفكارهم.

ووجه رئيس دائرة التنمية الاقتصادية الشكر إلى الجهات الراعية للحدث، مشيداً بدورها في نجاح معرض ريادة الأعمال الوطنية.

 وأضاف السويدي، أن معرض ريادة الأعمال الوطنية السابع، بما شهده من حضور كبير من الجمهور، والعارضين الذين وصل عددهم إلى 30 عارض، ساهم في إتاحة الفرص لأصحاب المشاريع الصغيرة والمتوسطة من المواطنين لعرض منتجاتهم ومشاريعهم الواعدة والترويج لهم للارتقاء بالمستوى التجاري لأنشطتهم.

 وأشار سعادته إلى أن المعرض الذي نظمته الدائرة نجح في تشجيع الاستثمار المحلي، ودفع عجلة الاقتصاد في الإمارة، مؤكداً أن دائرة التنمية الاقتصادية تعمل بكامل جهدها على تمكين المواطنين والمواطنات من أصحاب المشاريع والمنشآت الاقتصادية الصغيرة والمتوسطة، لتحقيق النجاح في ريادة الأعمال الوطنية بالدولة في كل القطاعات الاقتصادية.

 وقال السويدي، إن معرض ريادة الأعمال الوطنية السابع، هو من المعارض العديدة التي تنظّمها الدائرة على مدار العام في مختلف مناطق الإمارة، لخدمة مجتمع الأعمال المحلي وتحديداً رواد الأعمال الشباب نظراً لأهمية هذه الفعاليات والأنشطة كفرص تتيح لهم تنمية علاقاتهم التجارية وتطويرها وبالتالي الازدهار والمنافسة علاوة على تعزيز الحركة الاقتصادية في الإمارة.

 ومن جانبه أكد طارق النقببي رئيس فرع خورفكان بدائرة التنمية الاقتصادية بالشارقة، أن معرض ريادة الأعمال الوطنية السابع في أكسبو خورفكان والذي وصل عدد العارضين فيه إلى أكثر من 65 عارض لاقى استحسان كبير من العارضين والجمهور، وأشار إلى أن المعرض عمل على جذب المهتمين من زوار ومنتجين وتجار ومقدمي خدمات، وشهد الحدث في دورته الجديدة كل ما يلبي حاجات الأسر، مشيراً إلى إقبال واسع من الأسر بالمنطقة الشرقية خاصة ومن إمارة الشارقة عامة.

 ويعتبر هذا المعرض أحد مبادرات الدعم التجاري لقطاع المستثمرين المواطنين بمختلف أنشطتهم التجارية، وتأتي هذه المبادرة ضمن الأهداف الاستراتيجية للدائرة لتشجيع الاستثمار المحلي ودعم الرافد التجاري الوطني في المناطق الشرقية والمدن التابعة لإمارة الشارقة، بالإضافة لإثراء الوعي التجاري والاستثماري دفعاً لقطاع المشاريع الصغيرة والمتوسطة لما لهذا القطاع من ثقل ودور محوري ينصب في استقرار الأداء الاقتصادي للإمارة.

SEDD visits “Al Mamsha” Project

A delegation from Sharjah Economic Development Department “SEDD” visited “Al Mamsha” Project that is part of “Alef” Group, which is one of the most dynamic and mixed-use projects in Sharjah with a total investment of AED 3 billion that combines in its design residential units and retail stores. The visit comes within the framework of the periodic visits undertaken by the Department to the major economic establishments in the emirate. Likely, it falls within SEDD’s vision to achieve leadership in the overall development of a competitive, diversified, and innovative knowledge-based economy and apply its strategic plans.

A delegation from Sharjah Economic Development Department “SEDD” visited “Al Mamsha” Project that is part of “Alef” Group, which is one of the most dynamic and mixed-use projects in Sharjah with a total investment of AED 3 billion that combines in its design residential units and retail stores. The visit comes within the framework of the periodic visits undertaken by the Department to the major economic establishments in the emirate. Likely, it falls within SEDD’s vision to achieve leadership in the overall development of a competitive, diversified, and innovative knowledge-based economy and apply its strategic plans.

The delegation was headed by HE Sultan Abdullah bin Hadda Al Suwaidi, SEDD Chairman, Wedad Al Marzouqi, Head of Chairman Office, Fahad Al Khamiri, Director of Registration and Licensing Department, Abdelaziz Al Midfa, Deputy Director of Government Communication Department, Salim Al Suwaidi, Deputy Director of COmmerical Control and Protection Department, Ahmed Al Suwaidi, Head of Commercial Investment Department and Eman Al Ali, Head of Follow-up Office.

Commenting on such visit, HE SEDD Chairman said that enhancing the cooperation and coordination between the Department and the investors is a strategic objective of SEDD. He carried on that the visit to such projects falls within the plan of periodic visits carried out by the Department on the major economic establishments in the Emirate. This visit helps to enhance the position on the economic map and develop all the sectors operating in the emirate in line with the highest quality standards in services to attract more investments.

HE stressed on the importance of this kind of economic and tourist destinations in the emirate, which is conducive to attracting entrepreneurs and investors to the Emirate of Sharjah. He carried on that these destinations provide all the services that meet the different requirements and needs of shoppers and is a magnet for the pioneers and residents of the Emirate. In addition, the Chairman praised on the important role of commercial centers and services that serve the economic vision of the Emirate as well as contribute to the advancement of the economy in the country.

It should be noted that the delegation looked through the progress of the project, which is still under construction, as it is a distinctive destination that will contribute to the promotion of tourism, hospitality and retail sectors in the emirate, as it includes various shops, services, entertainment and sports. This falls within SEDDs concerns to enable sound business practices in the markets and enhance consumer protection, which is a strategic objective of the Department. The delegation was also informed on services, sectors, different sections, sales platforms, shops and related facilities.

SEDD brings together more than 65 exhibitors

Saeed Bin Saqr Launches 7th Entrepreneurship Exhibition in Khor Fakkan

Sharjah Economic Development Department “SEDD” is paying great attention to national projects and entrepreneurship sectors in the Emirate of Sharjah as part of the ongoing economic support to encourage local investment and in line with its strategic objectives. Also, as a completion to its Seventh Entrepreneurship Exhibition that was held in Al Khaledia Subsurb Council, the Exhibition will be also held in Expo Khor Fakkan from January 8 to 12, 2019. This Exhibition will be launched by Sheikh Saeed bin Saqer bin Sultan, deputy Chief of Sharjah Ruler's Office in Khor Fakkan, number of officials and representatives of government agencies and institutions as well as sponsors of the event.

 

Sharjah Economic Development Department “SEDD” is paying great attention to national projects and entrepreneurship sectors in the Emirate of Sharjah as part of the ongoing economic support to encourage local investment and in line with its strategic objectives. Also, as a completion to its Seventh Entrepreneurship Exhibition that was held in Al Khaledia Subsurb Council, the Exhibition will be also held in Expo Khor Fakkan from January 8 to 12, 2019. This Exhibition will be launched by Sheikh Saeed bin Saqer bin Sultan, deputy Chief of Sharjah Ruler's Office in Khor Fakkan, number of officials and representatives of government agencies and institutions as well as sponsors of the event.

This Exhibition is considered one of the commercial support for the citizen sector in various commercial activities. Also, it is part of SEDD’s strategic objectives to encourage local investment and support the national commercial spread in the eastern regions and cities in Sharjah, in addition to enriching the commercial and investment awareness to the sector of small and medium enterprises. Thus, this sector plays a vital role in stabilizing the economic performance of the Emirate. Similarly, it works to achieve the strategic objectives of the Department, which aims to strengthen the small enterprises sector managed by young citizens, which has important dimensions that contribute to raising the GDP of the Emirate of Sharjah.

From his side, HE Sultan bin Hadda Al Suwaidi, SEDD Chairman, stated that the Seventh Entrepreneurship Exhibition in the Eastern Region is a pioneering step to activate the contribution of this sector to the economic return of the Emirate. Also, it helps to provide opportunities for small and medium-sized entrepreneurs to present their products and promising projects to promote the commercial level of their activities. Likely, the Exhibition encourages local investment to reach the prospects of success and sustainability and driving the economy in the emirate.

Furthermore, the Chairman added that as part of the ongoing economic support to encourage local investment, SEDD is following the interest of the national projects and entrepreneurship sectors in Sharjah according to the strategic goals set by the country. Thus, it works to empower citizens and citizens of entrepreneurs and small and medium enterprises, to achieve success in the national leadership of the country in all economic sectors. Also, the Chairman clarified that the aim of the exhibition and other marketing exhibitions in the different regions of the Emirate is to promote their products and services and to help in marketing and encourage them to continue and achieve sustainability of their projects and the public.

He also stressed that the main objective is to achieve the comprehensive development plan initiated and initiated by the Department in implementation of the vision of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan Muhammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, and his directives to help citizens to join the markets, practice economic work and support their work. HH called for supporting their ideas and initiatives and taking them to success and sustainability, in accordance with the standards of the global economy and international variables.

He also praised the role of the sponsors of the event as they played an important role in sponsoring and supporting the exhibition, which constitutes a strategic partnership that has a significant impact on the growth of the national trade surplus and supporting the sustainable economy in the emirate.

The Department also participates in the Consumer Protection Booth in order to protect and educate consumers about their rights and duties. Such booth is one of the most important objectives that the department seeks to achieve and to familiarize people with to communicate with the Department through. It is done to preserve their rights in the event of fraud, exploitation or any violations in the quality of goods or services and prices.

Amal Jassim Habash, Deputy Director of Commercial Affairs Department at SEDD, said that these exhibitions, which are held periodically, will contribute to boosting the economy in the emirate, stimulating business transactions and encouraging young entrepreneurs to compete both locally and internationally. Such thing confirms the success of the efforts of the Department in accordance with its strategic plan to plan and lead the overall economic development in Sharjah.

On the other hand, Khalfan Al Huraithi, Director of Branches, said that the establishment of the Exhibition in Khor Fakkan serve the people there and supports entrepreneurs of small and medium enterprises, which play an essential and important role in the economic growth of nations. It is worth mentioning that more that 65b exhibitors contributed in this Exhibition.

The exhibition will also help to develop and market the products of entrepreneurs and create opportunities to develop their business, raise a generation based on business thought, seek investment development and enhance the economic environment in the Eastern Region and launch it to a higher level. He pointed out that the exhibition attracts visitors, producers, traders and service providers during the previous sessions. The event will witness everything that meets the needs of the families, expecting a large number of families in the Eastern Region especially from the Emirate of Sharjah in general. It should be noted that the Exhibition opens door from 4 to 10 pm and from 5 to 11 pm in weekends.

 

 

“SEDD” Seventh Launches National Entrepreneurship Exhibition

HE Sultan Abdullah bin Hadda Al Suwaidi, Chairman of Sharjah Economic Development Department “SEDD” launched the Seventh National Entrepreneurship Exhibition, which is organized by the Department in Al Khaledia District Council. The Exhibition continues until January 7th with the participation of more than 30 exhibitors. This Exhibition is part of SEDD’s strategic objectives to support the national sector and entrepreneurial projects.

HE Sultan Abdullah bin Hadda Al Suwaidi, Chairman of Sharjah Economic Development Department “SEDD” launched the Seventh National Entrepreneurship Exhibition, which is organized by the Department in Al Khaledia District Council. The Exhibition continues until January 7th with the participation of more than 30 exhibitors. This Exhibition is part of SEDD’s strategic objectives to support the national sector and entrepreneurial projects.

The opening ceremony was attended by HE Khamis bin Salem Al Suwaidi, Chairman of the Department of Suburbs and Villages, HE Sheikh Majid bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Director of the Department of Suburbs and Villages, Khalfan Saeed Al Marri, Chairman of Al Khalidiya Suburb Council, and number of officials from government entities as well as strategic partners.

During the opening ceremony, HE SEDD Chairman viewed the participated booths in the Exhibition at which he talked to the owners about their products to have a better idea about them. Also, it is worth mentioning that the Exhibition offers number of events for all numbers of the family of different age groups.

 

Sultan bin Hadda: Spreading the culture of entrepreneurship among young people and helping them to support their pioneering ideas

 

HE Sultan Abdullah bin Hadda Al Suwaidi, SEDD Chairman, stated that the Department works to empower young people by providing them with knowledge and experience and enhancing cooperation between them. Such thing is helping in emerging markets and is considered a valuable opportunity for the development and growth of many entrepreneurs. Likely, the Exhibition is looked at as one of the initiatives that SEDD adopts in order to support national projects and encourage them between different groups thus to share experiences and achieve cooperation between them. Also, the aim of holding such Exhibition was to market for the products and services of the entrepreneurs, promote for them, encourage them to continue and achieve sustainability of their projects as well as introduce them to the public.

HE also pointed out that the organization of the exhibition is a leading step to activate the contribution of this sector to the economic return of the Emirate. Also, it helps to provide opportunities for small and medium sized entrepreneurs to present their products and promising projects as well as to promote them to improve the commercial level of their activities. Such things will help in encouraging the local investment to reach the prospects for success and sustainability, and motivating the economy in the emirate.

Then, HE stressed that the main objective is to achieve the comprehensive development plan initiated by the Department in implementation to the wise vision and directives of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, who calls for the importance of supporting citizens to join the market and conduct the economic work. Also, HE calls all the concerned parties to support the businesses, initiatives, and ideas of citizens to reach with their work to success and sustainability accordance with the standards of the global economy and international variables.

Moreover, HE praised the role played by the partners in the event from sponsoring and supporting the Exhibition. Besides, HE stated that such a thing forms a qualitative strategic partnership that has a significant impact on the growth of the national trade and supports the sustainable economy of Sharjah too.

From her side, Amal Jassim Habash, Deputy Director of Commercial Affairs Department at SEDD, said that the Department works on enabling the citizens of SMEs to attain success in national entrepreneurship in all economic sectors.

She clarified that the organization of this Exhibition is a continuation of the efforts of the Department to use marketing and promotion mechanisms that support the entrepreneurs. In addition, it will help to provide many activities and events that will promote for products as well as a great opportunity for shops. It should be noted that the Exhibition has more than 30 exhibitors from various business entrepreneurs to display their best products in the family, clothing, fashion, abaya, make-up, cosmetics, accessories, bags, perfumes, incense, jewelery, and handicraft fields.