Sharjah Archives, NLA discuss enhancing cooperation

During the meeting, they shared their knowledge and experiences on topics like keeping information secure, getting rid of documents that are no longer needed, and using digital systems to protect the country’s history for future generations and researchers. They also discussed how to classify documents in light of recent guidelines set by the national committee that oversees records and archives.

Dr Hamad Al Mutairi, the Acting Executive Director of the NLA, praised the Sharjah Archives for adopting international standards in collecting, digitizing, and preserving documents.

Salah Al Mahmoud, the Director General of the Sharjah Archives, highlighted the important role the NLA plays in organizing government records and safeguarding historical documents. He emphasized that national documents are essential for preserving the nation’s history and learning from the past.