Hamad Al Mahmoud: “SIF is an important strategic platform for enhancing the competitiveness of Sharjah's economy and attracting quality investments to it."

Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) is participating in the ninth edition of Sharjah Investment Forum 2026 (SIF), a two-day event taking place from the 14th to the 15th October at Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre in Sharjah. The forum is organized by Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah) in collaboration with UAE Ministry of Investment.

During its participation, SEDD will highlight key investment opportunities in the emirate and showcase initiatives aimed at enhancing the business environment, supporting sustainable economic development, and attracting more high-quality investments.

On this occasion, HE Hamad Ali Abdalla Al Mahmoud, SEDD Chairman and Member of Sharjah Executive Council, affirmed that SIF has become a prominent global platform and a fundamental pillar for shaping the future of the economy and anticipating promising opportunities in various vital sectors, as this platform translates the directions of the wise leadership towards building a diversified and innovative knowledge-based.

HE added: “SEDD’s participation in the ninth session of Sharjah Investment Forum 2026 comes to highlight the economic and competitive advantages that the Emirate enjoys, and to review the continuous efforts in developing the business environment and enhancing the attractiveness of local and foreign investments, in a way that supports the path of economic diversification and keeps pace with the rapid changes in the global economy.”

Also, HE pointed out that participation in the forum contributes to transforming investment opportunities into quality projects that play an important role in developing the business system and enhancing economic activities, as well as contributing to expanding the prospects of economic cooperation and attracting more quality investments, which enhances the Emirate’s position as a leading investment destination in the country and the region.

It should be noted that this year’s Forum witnessed a wide attendance of a select group of senior officials, decision-makers, and heads of major local and international companies, to discuss the latest global economic trends and exchange views on prospects for sustainable growth and the development of strategic partnerships.