Sharjah amends resolution on practising healthcare activities

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

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

SEC issued a decision amending Executive Council Resolution No. 29 of 2025 concerning the regulation of practising healthcare activities and professions in the Emirate of Sharjah.

The provisions of the resolution apply to local healthcare establishments affiliated with the emirate’s government, private healthcare facilities in the emirate and free zones, as well as professionals working in those establishments.

The amendment aims to ensure healthcare providers comply with applicable systems and laws, enhance the quality and efficiency of healthcare services, and strengthen monitoring and regulatory measures. It also includes administrative penalties against violators, contributing to limiting professional violations, ensuring compliance with approved standards, protecting patients’ rights, and achieving the highest standards of safety and healthcare in the emirate.

On the occasion of the approaching Eid Al Adha, SEC extended its highest congratulations and blessings 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 Members of the Supreme Council and Rulers of the Emirates, Crown Princes, Deputy Rulers, sheikhs, citizens, residents of the UAE, and Muslims worldwide.

The council prayed for continued prosperity and blessings for the Arab and Islamic nations.

During the meeting, the SEC reviewed a report on the results of the general budget performance and activity outputs for the second half of 2025 across various sectors, including social development, government administration, infrastructure, capital projects, and economic development.

The Council reaffirmed its support for all entities in achieving strategic objectives and approved plans in a way that contributes to the advancement of government work.

The report included a comparison of actual expenditures and revenues of government and independent departments and entities in Sharjah for the 2025 fiscal year compared to the previous year, in addition to achievement rates of targeted outputs during the second half of the year at the government entity level.

The report also reviewed growth rates in vital sectors, reflecting the emirate’s financial balance and prudent policies in managing its resources, while enhancing financial performance efficiency to ensure sustainable development and the continued improvement of services provided to the community.

Last week, the Council issued a resolution regulating brokerage in Souq Al Haraj. It prohibits any natural person from engaging in brokerage activities in the Auto Market without obtaining a permit issued by the Sharjah Asset Management Company, in accordance with the terms and conditions specified by the company.

The resolution also stipulates administrative penalties for violators of the resolution, as well as judicial enforcement action against employees approved by the competent authority and issued by a decision of the President of the Judicial Council.

The Council reviewed the Sharjah Airport Authority’s annual report for 2024, which included the Authority’s most notable achievements in passenger and aircraft traffic, modern services, and new projects that keep pace with the airport’s growth.

According to the report, passenger traffic increased in 2024, reaching more than 17 million passengers. Aircraft traffic indicators and air cargo volume also witnessed a significant increase, reflecting the great confidence in and distinguished services provided by Sharjah International Airport.

WAM