Sharjah Chamber reaffirms drive to boost supply chains, private sector

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) reaffirmed its commitment to supporting private-sector growth, highlighting the launch of the integrated logistics corridor connecting the emirate’s ports with ports in Oman through land border crossings as a key driver of regional trade and business competitiveness.

SCCI noted that the project is designed to enhance trade flows, expand logistics options for businesses, and strengthen regional supply chain efficiency, adding that it would continue to support companies in maximising the benefits of this advanced logistics system.

The remarks were made during the Sharjah Chamber’s regular meeting held at its headquarters and chaired by Abdallah Sultan Al Owais, Chairman of SCCI. The meeting was attended by Sheikh Majid Faisal Khalid Al Qasemi, First Vice Chairman of SCCI, and Waleed AbdelRahman BuKhatir, Second Vice Chairman of SCCI, along with members of the Board of Directors.

Also present were Mohammed Ahmed Amin Al Awadi, Director-General of SCCI, as well as senior officials from the Chamber’s departments and affiliated entities.

The meeting featured a detailed presentation of the strategic initiatives launched by the Sharjah Chamber and the key achievements recorded between 2023 and the end of the first half of 2026. The presentation highlighted SCCI’s progress across key areas focused on improving the business ecosystem, strengthening private-sector support, and enhancing Sharjah’s economic competitiveness.

The Sharjah Chamber reported that its total registered memberships grew from 72,000 to over 80,000, recording a growth of around 10%, and that the number of certificates of origin issued during the period exceeded 140,000.

Abdallah Sultan Al Owais said Sharjah’s sustained economic growth reflects the forward-looking vision of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, whose policies have established a diversified and sustainable economic model.

He noted that this strategy has enabled the emirate to navigate global economic transformations more effectively while proactively addressing emerging challenges through a portfolio of integrated strategic projects across key sectors.

Al Owais also praised the ongoing support of His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Executive Council. He explained that this support has strengthened the economy’s preparedness for future growth, enhanced the efficiency of development planning and project delivery, and further advanced the business environment, competitiveness, and economic sustainability.

For his part, Mohammed Ahmed Amin Al Awadi commended the efforts of SCCI’s employees and highlighted a series of achievements recorded over the past three years that have contributed to strengthening Sharjah’s economic competitiveness and enhancing its business environment.

He stated that the Sharjah Chamber expanded the emirate’s network of economic relations by signing 30 memoranda of understanding and cooperation agreements with local and international economic institutions. In parallel, the Chamber hosted more than 80 business forums and networking events, strengthening connectivity between local and international businesses and unlocking new opportunities for strategic investment partnerships.

Al Awadi noted that the Sharjah Chamber has intensified its efforts to connect local businesses with international markets through trade missions to Africa and South Asia, in addition to receiving more than 90 diplomatic and commercial delegations. These initiatives form part of a broader strategy to reinforce Sharjah’s position as an attractive investment and business destination and deepen international economic cooperation.

He added that SCCI has continued to strengthen its engagement with the business community by hosting 20 Business Council meetings and establishing new councils for the Indian, Pakistani and Portuguese business communities in Sharjah.

Al Awadi also highlighted the Chamber’s efforts to advance private sector support by maintaining regular consultations with Sectoral Business Groups to address business challenges and improve the regulatory and operating environment. More than 90 recommendations submitted by these groups were reviewed and followed up, strengthening stronger public-private collaboration and contributing to the development of more effective cooperation mechanisms across the emirate’s key economic sectors.

The Sharjah Chamber continued to drive retail growth, boost tourism, and stimulate commercial activity across the emirate through an integrated calendar of festivals, promotional campaigns, and community-focused events. Its flagship Sharjah Summer Promotions campaign generated more than Dhs800 million in retail revenues.

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