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Beacon of Opportunity

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

Centrally Located at the Crossroads of East and West

An 4-hour flight within one-third of the world’s population. An 8-hour flight within two-thirds.


Johannesburg 7hrs

Hong Kong 8hrs

Sydney 16hrs

Delhi 3hrs

Tokyo 10hrs

Beijing 9hrs

Seoul 7hrsShanghai

8hrs

Abuja 7hrs

Sao Paulo 16hrs

New York 13hrs

Paris 8hrs

Berlin 8hrs

London 8hrs

Moscow 5hrs

Astana 5hrs

Los Angeles 16hrs

Islamabad 3hrs

Singapore 7hrs


Two Coastlines with Strategic Significance

Located in the southeast end of the Arabian Peninsula on the Arabian Gulf, bordering Oman to the east and Saudi Arabia to the south

INDIAN OCEAN

ARABIAN GULF

OMANKINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA


STRAIT OF HORMUZ

OMAN

SHARJAH

SHARJAH

Sharjah Today

1.4 million population (2015)

2,590 km2 in size

Borders all 6 emirates and Oman

128 km of coastline

3 seaports on Arabian Gulf and Indian Ocean1 international airport

DUBAI

ABU DHABI

AJMAN

RAS AL KHAIMAH

UMM AL QUWAIN

FUJAIRAH

RAS AL KHAIMAH

FUJAIRAH

OMAN

ARABIAN GULF

INDIAN OCEAN

SHARJAH

India and the U.A.E. share centuries-old ties of commerce, culture and kinship After the creation of the Federation in 1971, India and the U.A.E. relations flourished and now share political, economical and cultural links

The dynamism of the two countries have translated into a rapidly expanding economic partnership, making India UAE's second largest trading partner; and the U.A.E. not only India's third largest trading partner, but also India's gateway to the region and beyond

A large Indian expatriate community being by far the largest migrant group in the country resides and engages in the UAE in economically productive activities and has played a significant role in the evolution of the U.A.E.

History that dates back to centuries

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES & INDIA

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_United_Arab_Emirates

An extensive framework of agreements, constitute solid bedrock for elevating bilateral cooperation across the full spectrum of our relationship

India is Sharjah’s Number one non-oil commodities trade partner

USD 50 billion invested by Indian businesses in the U.A.E., and Sharjah’s free zones being home to 7,000 Indian companies, the emirate continues to make significant strides in economic collaboration

Sharjah is also home to Indian Business & Professional Council (IBPC) established in 2001 and operates under the umbrella of Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industries (SCCI)

Commercial & Economic Relations


Air links between the two countries are very strong and continues to growSharjah-based carrier “Air Arabia” now flies to India 39 times daily mainly serving secondary airports

Air India and Air India Express operate more than 60 flights per week from Sharjah to 8 Indian destinations

Highest level of Connectivity

Sharjah received more than 123,010 visitors from India last year, registering a whopping 41 per cent growth over the previous year. These numbers are expected to grow steeply in months and years ahead.

H.E. Khalid Jasim Al Midfa, Director General,Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority


Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to the U.A.E.

The first state visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the country in 34 years

Aimed to increase bilateral cooperation in energy and trade

Market India as an attractive business destination

Chart a new course in the partnership for the 21st century

Strengthening Bilateral Partnerships


U.A.E., India’s third largest trading partner for the year 2015 after China and US

U.A.E. is the second largest export destination of India with an amount of over US$ 30 billion for the year 2013-14

For U.A.E., India is the largest trading partner for the year 2015 with an amount of over US$ 28.4 billion (non-oil trade)

Investments by Indian companies in U.A.E. would be in excess of US$ 55 billion(IBPC)

Trade Relations


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Top 10 Ranking for Small and Mid-Sized Cities

Overall Small

AndMid-sized

Cities

9th BusinessFriendliness 10th Human

Capital And Lifestyle

7th3rdOverall Small And Mid-sized

Cities (Middle East)

EconomicPotential

Cost Effectiveness6th9th Connectivity 8th

Positive Sovereign Credit RatingMoody’s reconfirmed Sharjah’s strong “A3″ long-term credit rating with a stable outlook in February, unchanged since the agency’s first credit rating for Sharjah was issued in 2014. The rating reflects the emirate’s credit strength, supported by its strong fiscal policy and low government debt position.

Standard & Poor’s has affirmed the Emirate of Sharjah’s A/A-1 sovereign credit ratings long- and short-term, foreign and local currency, on the basis of Sharjah’s strong nominal GDP (gross domestic product) growth.

Stable OutlookA3 A/A-1

http://www.standardandpoors.com/

Sharjah’s Business Confidence Index

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37%

34%59%

38%59%

37%

6%19%

3%12%

9%

11%

40%46%38%50%

32%52%

Sales RevenueLevel of Selling Prices

Volumes Sold

Number of Employees Net Profits

New Purchase Orders

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Decrease

No Change

Not Applicable

Established Free Zones3 existing freezones attached to sea and air hubs, and upcoming freezones in specialised fields

SHARJAH PUBLISHING FREEZONE

SHARJAH MEDIA CITY

Progressive GrowthProvide the most practical and unique solutions and services to sustain an exceptional real-estate market.

Continue to bring forward transparency and responsibility, cooperation, partnership, innovation and leadership as well as quality process.

20%Increase in Real Estate

Transactions

57%Increase in Real Estate

Revenue

25.5 BILLION AED

* 2014

AttractiveInvestment Climate100% freehold ownership for foreigners 100% repatriation of capital and profits Exemption of import and export duties 100% tax exemption environment 100% exemption from all commercial levels Competitive property and warehouse leases No income tax

“… the business environment, progressive legislation, infrastructure, logistics and space offered by Sharjah provides an investor-friendly environment conducive for further investment.”

- Edward Hobart, British Consul General

Business Friendly EnvironmentPossible to obtain a license within 2 days of submitting all documentsSimplified incorporation process

Hassle-free and business-friendly company laws and legal framework

Quick access to Knowledge Workers due to fast-track immigration process

Public & Private

Shareholding Companies

GCCCompany Branch

LocalCompany

Branch

Foreign Company

Branch

Business Partnership

License

Partnership Company

LimitedLiability

Company(LLC)

21 industrial zones spanning 15 km2 6 specialised free zones International connections via 3 seaports and an international airport 55,237+ strong small and medium-sized business (SME) $35+ billion USD GDP (2014)

CAPITAL OF ARAB CULTURE 1998

CAPITAL OF ARAB PRESS 2016

SHARJAH ARAB TOURISM CAPITAL 2015

CAPITAL OF ISLAMIC CULTURE 2014

1/3 OF THE U.A.E.’S TOTAL MANUFACTURING SECTOR

Host to Major Events and Exhibitions

SHARJAH HERITAGE DAYS

SHARJAH INTERNATIONAL AUTOMOBILE SHOW

F1 H2O UIM WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP STEELFAB

SHARJAH LIGHT FESTIVAL

SHARJAH WORLD MUSIC FESTIVAL

SHARJAH FOOD FESTIVAL

SHARJAH INTERNATIONAL BOOK FAIR

SHARJAHBIENNIAL

INVESTMENT

DEVELOPMENT

ASSET MANAGEMENT

SHUROOQ

Promising Investment Sector Focus

ENVIRONMENTHEALTHCARETRANSPORT & LOGISTICS

TRAVEL & LEISURE

Thriving Travel & Leisure SectorTourists’ and residents’ continuing demand for different experiences provides new opportunities for Sharjah.

5-STAR DEVELOPMENTS ECO-TOURISM CRUISE LINES

MEDIUM-LONG ITINERARIES

FINEDINING

TARGETED VALUE PROPOSITION

ESTABLISHED FRANCHISES

ESTABLISHED FRANCHISES

Promising Travel & Leisure SectorSharjah’s travel and leisure sector benefits from the U.A.E.’s international profile as an established tourism destination.

2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020

1.971.85

1.741.631.54

1.441.361.281.21.1

Sharjah Travel & Leisure Market Trends and Potential Billion Dhs (2011-2020)

Growing Transport& Logistics SectorThe benefits of Sharjah’s access to the Arabian Gulf and Indian Ocean grows in importance, and will continue to contribute to its success.

SEA-AIR FREIGHT

FREIGHT FORWARDING

F&B REEFER SHIPPING

HAMRIYA FREEZONE SAIF ZONE

Promising Transport& Logistics SectorGiven the importance of trade and manufacturing to Sharjah’s economy, the transport and logistics sector is a fast-growing one.

2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020

3.43

3.022.66

2.342.06

1.821.6

Sharjah Logistics Market Potential Billion Dhs (2014-2020)

ExpandingHealthcare SectorMultiple demographic and socio-economic factors are contributing to the increased demand for general and specialised healthcare services

CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE

LONG-TERM CARE FACILITIES

AFFILIATIONS & PARTNERSHIPS

R&D STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP

MANUFACTURING UNITS

JOINTVENTURES

PRIVATE PHARMACIES

PromisingHealthcare SectorDespite a number of incidents requiring care (per 1,000 population) that is relatively higher than in the rest of the U.A.E., the supply side of the sector is lagging behind the demand.

2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020

5.65.1

4.74.3

3.93.6

3.3

Sharjah Healthcare Market Potential Billion Dhs (2014-2020)

ExpandingEnvironment SectorImplementation on stricter environmental legislations and setting targets for renewable energies

ENERGYEFFICIENCIES

RENEWABLEENERGY

GREENBUILDINGS

PromisingEnvironment SectorThis is spurring both public and private sectors to explore ways to achieve compliance and generate demand for environmental services.

2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020

1.131.07

1.010.96

0.910.870.820.780.740.7

Sharjah Environment Potential Billion Dhs (2011-2020)

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