SEC approves first batch of 2026 land grant beneficiaries

Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Sharjah Executive Council (SEC), chaired the Council’s meeting on Tuesday, at the Sharjah Ruler’s Office.

The meeting was attended by Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Vice Chairman of the Sharjah Executive Council (SEC).

At the outset of the meeting, the Council extended its highest congratulations and best wishes to President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and to His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, as well as to Their Highnesses Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates, the Crown Princes and Deputy Rulers, the people of the UAE, and Muslims everywhere, on the occasion of the advent of the Holy Month of Ramadan, praying to Almighty God to bless the Holy Month and to accept the good deeds performed during it.

The Council discussed a range of general matters relating to the progress of government work, and reviewed the public policies of government departments and entities and their role in achieving the vision and strategy of Sharjah.

In implementation of the directives of Sheikh Sultan to ensure a dignified standard of living and support Emirati families, the Council approved the first batch for 2026 of beneficiaries of residential and investment land grants, totalling 1,200 beneficiaries across all cities and regions of Sharjah.

Of these, 490 beneficiaries were allocated residential plots, while 710 beneficiaries received investment plots.

The Council also approved the commencement of a study into a modern air transport project, including air taxis and cargo services, in Sharjah.

The project aims to further consolidate Sharjah’s position as a key hub for air connectivity between cities, in line with global trends in sustainability and future technologies, and in cooperation with leading international partners.

Recently, the Council approved the exemption of several housing support beneficiaries, converting their allocations from loan category to grant category, after meeting the required eligibility conditions.

A total of 113 families benefited from this decision, in accordance with the executive regulations of the Sharjah Department of Housing (SDH).

This approval reflects the humanitarian approach adopted by the Emirate of Sharjah under the directives of Sheikh Sultan aimed at supporting citizens, reducing their burdens, and ensuring them a dignified and stable life that strengthens their role in serving their families and community.

The Council also approved the Legislative Drafting Guideline for Sharjah, designed to standardise methodologies, enhance the quality of legislative texts, and ensure their alignment with existing legal frameworks.

The guideline outlines best practices and technical recommendations to assist government entities involved in drafting or reviewing laws and regulations, while also keeping pace with technological advancements through the automation of legislation.

The structure of legislation includes the title and preamble of the law, the introductory section, the general framework of the legislation, the main provisions and concluding articles, in addition to the general rules, legislative drafting elements, sources, and references.

The Council reviewed the public parking management system in Sharjah, which aims to highlight the role of workers in organising parking areas and investment spaces to ensure their optimal use.

The project contributes to the economic and investment development of the emirate and includes efforts to enhance the digital system and regulate unplanned sandy parking lots.

The report also addressed the launch of smart parking zones and the unified public parking system across all cities in the emirate.

It discussed future parking projects, such as identifying key commercial areas, constructing multi-story parking buildings, and improving the management of government and private parking spaces.

These initiatives are expected to have a positive impact on Sharjah’s financial, social, security, and economic development.

In order to strengthen the food security system, support the agricultural sector, and encourage Emirati farmers, the Council also approved the Hasaad Centre Project for collecting vegetables and fruits.

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