SCC closes a session with 17 meetings reflecting strong engagement

During this session, 17 general meetings were held, during which the Council discussed a number of laws and public policies. The Council played a key role in enhancing the legislative environment in line with the emirate’s aspirations and development goals, in alignment with the vision and guidance of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah.

A total of 10 draft laws were discussed and approved, covering a range of vital sectors. In addition, the Council addressed four key public issues related to various government departments and authorities. These discussions reflected pressing community concerns and included topics such as the Sharjah Ports, Customs and Free Zones Authority, the Sharjah Health Authority, the Department of Economic Development, and the Sharjah International Airport Authority. These topics were thoroughly discussed in the presence of the relevant government entities. During the public issue sessions, members raised 194 direct questions, reflecting their commitment to delving into the details of government policies and closely monitoring how well the concerned authorities are implementing the Council’s recommendations.

A total of 93 members requested to speak or submitted formal inquiries during the sessions. The meetings saw 205 parliamentary interventions, reflecting active and direct engagement in the discussions. These contributions played a key role in shaping the Council’s direction and formulating its final recommendations.

As part of its oversight role, the Council addressed two parliamentary questions. The first, raised by member Rashid Abdullah bin Huwaiden, focused on Emiratisation in the private sector. The second, brought forward by member Hamad Abdulwahab Al Qouadi, addressed the promotion of officers within the Sharjah Police and Security Force. These efforts culminated in the issuance of 25 comprehensive recommendations, reflecting the Council’s commitment to supporting Sharjah’s ongoing development and modernization journey, and to enhancing the quality of life for everyone living in the emirate.

On the internal committee front, the Council’s various committees, including the Legislative, Legal Affairs, Appeals, Suggestions and Complaints Committee; the Financial, Economic and Industrial Affairs Committee; the Education, Youth, Culture and Media Committee; the Health, Labor and Social Affairs Committee; the Islamic Affairs, Endowments, Municipalities, Security and Public Utilities Committee; the Family Affairs Committee; and the Recommendations Drafting Committee—held a total of 43 intensive meetings. These meetings focused on in-depth and specialized topics. In addition, the committees carried out 41 field visits to various departments and entities across the emirate, both central and decentralized, to gain a deeper, firsthand understanding of services, gather accurate information, and assess on-the-ground realities.

In the same context, the Office of the Council, chaired by His Excellency the Council President and composed of the heads of the Council’s committees, held four meetings to coordinate the parliamentary and legislative agenda and to guide the overall direction of the Council’s parliamentary work.

At the close of the session, His Excellency Dr. Abdullah Belhaif Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the Sharjah Consultative Council, expressed his pride in the accomplishments achieved. He emphasized that the Council, throughout this session, reflected a strong model of collaboration between the legislative and executive branches. He stated, “What has been accomplished is the result of constructive cooperation and active engagement among Council members, committees, and the wider community. This approach is a hallmark of Sharjah under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the UAE Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, whose vision places people at the heart of development.”

For his part, His Excellency Ahmed Saeed Al Jarwan, Secretary-General of the Council, affirmed that the success of this parliamentary session was the result of strategic planning and a collaborative effort by the General Secretariat, the committees, and all Council members. He noted that the numbers speak to the scale of work accomplished and highlight the Council’s strong institutional spirit in fulfilling its national and local responsibilities. Al Jarwan also emphasized that the General Secretariat will continue providing full support to the Council’s work and closely follow up on the implementation of its recommendations, ensuring they align with the vision of the wise leadership and serve the best interests of the Sharjah community.