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Zawya
an hour ago
- Business
- Zawya
Sharjah Chamber, Kazakhstan Consulate discuss strengthening strategic partnerships between private sectors
Sharjah: The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) engaged in discussions with the Consulate General of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Dubai and the Northern Emirates to explore ways to enhance economic cooperation and strengthen trade and investment relations between the two countries. The meeting emphasized the importance of fostering partnerships between business communities and private sector institutions to leverage high-potential investment opportunities across diverse industries in both nations. The discussions were held during an official visit by H.E Almaz Tasbolat, Consul General of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Dubai, to the Sharjah Chamber's headquarters, where he was received by H.E Abdallah Sultan Al Owais, Chairman of SCCI. The meeting was attended by Abdul Aziz Al Shamsi, Assistant Director-General for Communication and Business Sector at SCCI, and Dr. Fatima Khalifa Al Muqarrab, Director of International Relations Department at SCCI, along with several officials from both sides. During the meeting, both sides explored ongoing cooperation between Sharjah and Kazakhstan, focusing on strategies to advance economic ties through the exchange of trade delegations and the coordination of sector-specific exhibitions and events. These efforts aim to facilitate access to investment prospects for companies and investors in both markets. The discussions also highlighted priority sectors that offer strong potential for collaboration, with the real estate sector taking particular prominence. In his remarks, H.E Abdallah Sultan Al Owais reaffirmed the Sharjah Chamber's commitment to enhancing trade and investment relations with Kazakhstan and facilitating high-quality services that support the success of Kazakh enterprises operating in Sharjah. He encouraged Kazakh companies to explore the emirate's investment landscape, highlighting its pro-business regulatory environment, robust infrastructure, and strategic geographic location as key drivers of sustainable growth. For further information, please contact: Ali Elgendy Misbar Communications ali@ Ahmad Aldwairi Misbar Communications
Sharjah 24
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Sharjah 24
Sharjah hosts MRTE 2025 with over 80 exhibitors
Exhibition supported by Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry and organised by TechnoBiz Launched with support from the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) and organized by TechnoBiz, the exhibition features the participation of over 80 exhibitors representing major local and global tyre manufacturing companies. Official inauguration and attendance The exhibition was officially inaugurated by His Excellency Abdallah Sultan Al Owais, Chairman of SCCI and Expo Centre Sharjah. The opening was attended by His Excellency Saif Mohammed Al Midfa, CEO of Expo Centre Sharjah; Sultan Shattaf, Commercial Director of Expo Centre Sharjah; and Peram Prasada Rao, CEO of TechnoBiz, along with representatives from participating companies. Exhibition tour showcasing products and technologies Following the inauguration, the attendees toured the exhibition's diverse pavilions, where they explored a wide range of high-quality tyre products, polymer and rubber solutions, and state-of-the-art tyre manufacturing technologies, equipment, and technical services. Largest edition held concurrently with four industry events This year's edition of the Middle East Rubber and Tyre Expo marks the largest iteration to date, held concurrent with four industry events: the Middle East RotoMoulding Trade Expo, Middle East Polymer & Cable Expo, Middle East Compound & Extrusion Expo 2025 (MCEE 2025), and Middle East Polymer Week 2025. Integrated platform for collaboration and industry development These events collectively provide an integrated platform for fostering collaboration, sharing expertise, and gaining insight into the accelerating developments across the polymer value chain. Sharjah Chamber's commitment to economic and industrial leadership In his remarks, His Excellency Abdallah Sultan Al Owais affirmed Sharjah Chamber's commitment to supporting events that reinforce the emirate's position as a leading economic and industrial hub. He stated that these events offer productive platforms for knowledge exchange, enhancing competitiveness, fostering partnerships, and attracting high-value investments. Expo Centre Sharjah's role in hosting specialised exhibitions His Excellency Saif Mohammed Al Midfa highlighted that Expo Centre Sharjah continues to strengthen its position as a premier destination for hosting specialized exhibitions serving critical economic sectors in both domestic and regional markets. The record scale of this year's edition reflects strong confidence from global and local firms. MRTE 2025 as a platform for knowledge exchange and networking Peram Prasada Rao described MRTE 2025 not just as a trade exhibition but as a platform for knowledge exchange and collaborative networking, bringing together leading minds and technologies in the polymer industry. He emphasized the importance of the Middle East Polymer Week initiative in driving sustainable growth and innovation. Sri Lanka Rubber and Tyre Pavilion highlight A major highlight of this year's edition is the Sri Lanka Rubber and Tyre Pavilion, supported by the Export Development Board of Sri Lanka. Featuring 12 leading Sri Lankan manufacturers, the pavilion offers visitors a chance to explore a variety of high-quality products and technical solutions, enhancing trade relationships with South Asia. Exhibition open hours and programme features The exhibition is open to visitors from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. It also features the Middle East Polymer Week, a specialized program offering technical training, expert presentations, and professional development opportunities.
Sharjah 24
12-06-2025
- Business
- Sharjah 24
SCCI underscores need for facilitating trade missions to Ethiopia
Strengthen bilateral trade and investment ties The Chamber also seeks to strengthen bilateral trade and investment ties between the UAE and Ethiopia, as part of its strategic vision to expand the outreach of its trade mission throughout Africa. These remarks were made during a meeting, held at SCCI's headquarters, between Abdallah Sultan Al Owais, Chairman of SCCI, and Aklilu Kebede Erena, Consul General of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia in Duba and Northern Emirates. The meeting was attended by a number of SCCI board members, alongside Abdul Aziz Al Shamsi, Assistant Director-General for Communication and Business Sector at SCCI; Dr. Fatima Khalifa Al Muqarrab, Director of the International Relations Department at SCCI, and several officials from both sides. Discussed ways to strengthen economic partnership During the meeting, both sides discussed ways to strengthen economic partnership between Sharjah and Ethiopia. They underscored the potential for expanding investment and trade in key sectors such as agriculture, manufacturing, technology, and infrastructure. They also addressed the importance of co-hosting economic events, including exhibitions and conferences that bring together business communities from both countries, thereby fostering the exchange of expertise and supporting the growth of mutual investments.4 The efforts can by further reinforced by the Memorandum of Understanding signed between the Sharjah Chamber and the Ethiopian Investment Commission (EIC), which provides a strategic framework for enhancing bilateral economic and investment cooperation. AED 34 billion between 2013 and 2022 Abdallah Sultan Al Owais extended a warm welcome to the visiting delegation and praised the strong and growing economic relations between the UAE and Ethiopia. He noted that non-oil trade between the two countries recorded a growth of more than 180% over the past years, reaching a cumulative value of AED 34 billion between 2013 and 2022. He added that these positive outcomes pave the way for broader economic and trade collaboration between the two friendly nations, enabling both sides to capitalize on their diverse investment opportunities. Reaffirmed the Sharjah Chamber's commitment to deepening economic partnerships with East African countries Al Owais reaffirmed the Sharjah Chamber's commitment to deepening economic partnerships with East African countries, noting that the African continent, particularly Ethiopia, possesses significant investment potential in key sectors. This positions the continent as a highly attractive destination for investors and business leaders from Sharjah and the UAE at large. For his part, Aklilu Kebede Erena commended the Sharjah Chamber for its proactive efforts to enhance bilateral economic cooperation and its commitment to fostering closer ties between the business community in Sharjah and its counterparts in Ethiopia. He emphasised that Ethiopia welcomes foreign investment and offers promising opportunities in vital sectors including agriculture, manufacturing, energy, and infrastructure.
Zawya
12-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Sharjah Chamber underscores need for facilitating trade missions to Ethiopia
Sharjah: The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) affirmed its commitment to facilitating trade missions to Ethiopia, with the objective of enhancing economic cooperation between the business communities of both countries. The Chamber also seeks to strengthen bilateral trade and investment ties between the UAE and Ethiopia, as part of its strategic vision to expand the outreach of its trade mission throughout Africa. These remarks were made during a meeting, held at SCCI's headquarters, between H.E Abdallah Sultan Al Owais, Chairman of SCCI, and H.E Aklilu Kebede Erena, Consul General of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia in Dubai and Northern Emirates. The meeting was attended by a number of SCCI board members, alongside Abdul Aziz Al Shamsi, Assistant Director-General for Communication and Business Sector at SCCI; Dr. Fatima Khalifa Al Muqarrab, Director of the International Relations Department at SCCI, and sevetal officials from both sides. During the meeting, both sides discussed ways to strengthen economic partnership between Sharjah and Ethiopia. They underscored the potential for expanding investment and trade in key sectors such as agriculture, manufacturing, technology, and infrastructure. They also addressed the importance of co-hosting economic events, including exhibitions and conferences that bring together business communities from both countries, thereby fostering the exchange of expertise and supporting the growth of mutual investments.4 The efforts can by further reinforced by the Memorandum of Understanding signed between the Sharjah Chamber and the Ethiopian Investment Commission (EIC), which provides a strategic framework for enhancing bilateral economic and investment cooperation. H.E Abdallah Sultan Al Owais extended a warm welcome to the visiting delegation and praised the strong and growing economic relations between the UAE and Ethiopia. He noted that non-oil trade between the two countries recorded a growth of more than 180% over the past years, reaching a cumulative value of AED 34 billion between 2013 and 2022. He added that these positive outcomes pave the way for broader economic and trade collaboration between the two friendly nations, enabling both sides to capitalize on their diverse investment opportunities. Al Owais reaffirmed the Sharjah Chamber's commitment to deepening economic partnerships with East African countries, noting that the African continent, particularly Ethiopia, possesses significant investment potential in key sectors. This positions the continent as a highly attractive destination for investors and business leaders from Sharjah and the UAE at large. For his part, H.E Aklilu Kebede Erena commended the Sharjah Chamber for its proactive efforts to enhance bilateral economic cooperation and its commitment to fostering closer ties between the business community in Sharjah and its counterparts in Ethiopia. He emphasized that Ethiopia welcomes foreign investment and offers promising opportunities in vital sectors including agriculture, manufacturing, energy, and infrastructure. For further information, please contact: - Ali Elgendy Misbar Communications ali@ Ahmad Aldwairi Misbar Communications
Sharjah 24
09-06-2025
- Business
- Sharjah 24
SCCI, Portuguese Business Council discuss boosting cooperation
The discussions focused on strengthening the Council's role in supporting the Portuguese business community in Sharjah, facilitating trade missions, and coordinating economic conferences and forums. The meeting also emphasized aligning the Council's efforts with the Sharjah Chamber's strategic objectives to foster bilateral trade and investment growth. The meeting took place at 'Bait Elowal' and was organized by the Sharjah Chamber in collaboration with the Portuguese Business Council, which operates under SCCI's umbrella, in celebration of Portugal's National Day. The event was attended by Abdallah Sultan Al Owais, Chairman of SCCI; Waleed AbdelRahman BuKhatir, Second Vice Chairman of SCCI; and Abdul Aziz Al Shamsi, Assistant Director-General for Communication and Business Sector at SCCI. Also present were Dr Fatima Khalifa Al Muqarrab, Director of the International Relations Department at SCCI; Heba Al Marzouqi, Head of the Business Councils and Joint Committees Department at SCCI; Lurdes Eusebio, Chairperson of the Portuguese Business Council in Sharjah; and Manuel Couto Miranda, Economic Advisor at the Portuguese Trade and Investment Authority, alongside members of the Council. The meeting featured a presentation film highlighting the Portuguese Business Council's key achievements and its collaborative milestones with the Sharjah Chamber. It showcased joint initiatives and programs that contributed to strengthening the business environment and attracted Portuguese investments to the emirate. Both sides also discussed development plans to enhance the Council's operational efficiency and reinforce its role as a key platform for promoting economic partnerships, boosting investment cooperation in priority sectors aligned with the goals of both business communities. In his welcoming remarks, Abdallah Sultan Al Owais extended his warmest congratulations to the Portuguese Business Council's members on the occasion of Portugal's National Day, highlighting the notable advancement in bilateral economic ties in recent years. This progress has been driven by a series of strategic agreements that laid the foundation for a new phase of advanced economic partnership. He added that Sharjah is committed to broadening its global partnerships, particularly with high-potential markets like Portugal, citing shared opportunities in emerging sectors such as the new economy, sustainable tourism, smart agriculture, and circular and green economies. For her part, Lurdes Eusebio stated that this gathering marks a new milestone in the ongoing collaboration between the Portuguese Business Council and the Sharjah Chamber. She emphasized joint efforts to strengthen the footprint of Portuguese enterprises in Sharjah and broaden their commercial reach. She pointed to the emirate's attractive business landscape, supported by diversified investment prospects, robust infrastructure, and a range of entrepreneurial incentives.
