This came in the presence of Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Deputy Chairman of the Sharjah Executive Council (SEC).
The meeting, which was held in the office of the Ruler of Sharjah, discussed the topics on the agenda and concerned with following up the progress of government work and discussing the general policies of the various government departments and bodies in the Emirate of Sharjah.
In implementation of the directives of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, the SEC issued a decision to grant a 50% discount on fees for attesting late rental contracts in the Emirate of Sharjah, until the end of this year.
The SEC discussed the report on the efforts of the Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) to support and develop the economic and industrial sector in cooperation with various authorities.
The report included the initiatives and activities implemented by the department, such as the establishment of supporting and organising committees for the economy, and participation in the federal and local committees related to the department's competencies.
The report included working on developing the legislative structure of the economic and industrial environment to keep pace with the great development it is witnessing in terms of technical and digital transformations, in addition to working to provide the best services and incentives for investors and entrepreneurs.
The report also dealt with the department's participation in several national economic projects that aim to enhance the competitiveness of the UAE economy and achieve strategic goals.
The SEC valued all efforts in support of the economic environment, directing the need to follow up on all pillars of economic work in order to provide all services, overcome obstacles and create a stimulating environment in a way that contributes to the growth of the economic sector while maintaining its quality and not harming the other sectors.