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A shift is moving through the UAE’s real estate sector, and it is reshaping the fundamentals of what people look for in a home. The familiar trade-offs of the past have lost their relevance. Buyers no longer accept the idea that they must choose between lifestyle, sustainability, or long term value. They want communities that…

The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has launched Phase 3 sales of Ajwan Khorfakkan residences, unveiling two new residential towers as the development continues to gather momentum as a prime coastal destination on the UAE’s East Coast. The latest phase introduces Layan and Juman, expanding the master-planned waterfront community and reflecting sustained demand for high-quality beachfront…

The CEO of the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), shares how the organisation is shaping Sharjah’s transformation Over the past 15 years, Shurooq has redefined Sharjah’s economic landscape. With an almost Dhs8bn investment portfolio spanning over 50 projects, the authority has transformed the emirate from a manufacturing- and trade-driven economy into a diverse hub…

Under the leadership of Her Excellency Sheikha Bodour Bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of Shurooq, the Authority has emerged as a model of how investment, sustainability, and cultural heritage can be harmonised within a forward-looking development framework. This strategic vision has not only advanced economic growth but also preserved the emirate’s identity, ensuring that development…

The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has announced the appointment of Yousif Ahmed AlMutawa as its new Chief Real Estate Officer. Previously serving as CEO of Sharjah Sustainable City, AlMutawa’s new role expands significantly to cover the strategic development, investor engagement, and sustainable community planning for Shurooq’s real estate portfolio across Sharjah and the…

Infrastructure development and government backing are helping unlock the real estate potential of the region Sharjah’s property sector recorded more than 25 per cent increase in foreign investment in the first quarter of 2025, driven by growing interest in freehold ownership, long-term visa options, and strategically located projects such as Ajwan Khorfakkan. This is according…

The real estate portfolio of Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has been growing at a compound annual growth rate of 48.9 per cent between 2018 and 2024. The entity has sold over 4,100 residential units to buyers from more than 98 nationalities. “Our developments are designed to be lived in — not just occupied….

Through strategic investments and bold innovation in key sectors, job creation, and global partnerships, Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has created unforgettable experiences, driving Sharjah’s goal of becoming a positive force for the economy, people, and the planet. Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi: Guided by the visionary strategy of His Highness Sheikh Dr….

Sharjah, the third-largest emirate in the UAE, is quickly emerging as a major hotspot for foreign investments. With its strategic location, business-friendly policies, and a strong focus on economic diversification, the emirate has managed to attract billions in foreign direct investment (FDI) in recent years. Investors from across the globe are now turning their attention…

Sharjah is attracting companies in different sectors and its economy could grow up to 7.5 per cent in 2025 on the back of smarter policies, more economic integration and foreign investments in key sectors, a senior UAE official said. “We will be hosting a number of quite frank discussions with the private sector about what…