The Decree-Law stipulates that the text of Article (4) of the referred Law No. (1) of 2019 shall be replaced by the following text: In order to achieve its objectives, SBA shall exercise the following competencies:
1- Establishing, managing and working to develop audio-visual and digital media in the Emirate after the approval of the Sharjah Media Council.
2- Conducting studies and research in all media fields to serve the objectives of the Authority.
3- Carrying out all work related to visual, audio and digital media, including photography in all cities and regions of the Emirate; and producing, publishing, marketing, advertising and distributing media; and working on media promotion in the Emirate showing aspects of development and prosperity.
4- Concluding contracts, agreements, memoranda of understanding and partnerships following the approval of the Sharjah Media Council and the approval of the Executive Council.
5- Coordinating and cooperating with the official media institutions in the UAE in all fields, including broadcasting unification and participation in media coverage.
6- Exchanging experiences with media institutions and bodies within the country and abroad.
7- Establishing companies affiliated with the Authority to achieve its objectives and serve its facilities.
8- Creating and developing audio-visual media.
9- Any other functions assigned to the Authority by the Ruler, the Executive Council or Sharjah Media Council.
According to the Decree-Law, Watar Radio is added to the media entities affiliated with SBA stipulated in Article (5) of Law No. (1) of 2019.
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