Sharjah: H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Salem bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Deputy Chairman of the Sharjah Executive Council (SEC), chaired a meeting of the Council at the Ruler's Office, in the presence of H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi. The meeting focused on various significant topics, including a decision on regulating electric vehicle charging stations in the emirate.
According to Emirates News Agency, the SEC expressed gratitude to the Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Team in Sharjah, along with local and federal entities, private sector participants, and employees, for their efforts during recent adverse weather conditions. The collaboration and role integration among these groups contributed to the effective implementation of proactive plans, resulting in no reported deaths or injuries. The Council also lauded the community's adherence to instructions and cooperation with authorities.
The SEC highlighted the readiness and efficiency of the teams, mentioning that over 74,000 reports were managed by the operations room. Awareness materials were also prepared and distributed in multiple languages to reach different segments of society, promoting public safety and awareness.
The Council discussed various topics related to monitoring government departments' performance, legislation, laws for enhancing the government work system, and improving service quality. These initiatives are part of the comprehensive development journey in Sharjah.
A draft law regulating the University of Arts was approved by the SEC, which directed its General Secretariat to refer the draft to the Sharjah Consultative Council for further discussion and legislative processing.
The SEC's decision on electric vehicle charging stations aims to organize their installation and operation, providing advanced infrastructure, including connection applications and tariffs. The decision encompasses legal provisions on installation and operation conditions, safety standards, violations and penalties, and other regulatory aspects.
Additionally, the Council amended Resolution No. (31) of 2025 concerning the Committee for Licensing Social Professionals in Sharjah's social sector. The committee is chaired by Suleiman Khamis Rashid Al Naqbi, with several other distinguished members.
The SEC reviewed a report from the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority, emphasizing the diverse events and entertainment activities organized in the emirate, signifying growth in the tourism sector and an increase in visitor numbers.