Sharjah: The Organisational Committee of Ports and Border Points in the Emirate of Sharjah held its first meeting of 2026 at Al Madam Comprehensive Police Station. The meeting was chaired by Mohammed Ibrahim Al Raisi, Director of Ports and Border Points Affairs and Committee Chairman, and attended by Lieutenant Colonel Matar Sultan Al Ketbi, Head of the Ports and Airports Police Department at Sharjah Police General Command, along with Committee members from relevant entities operating at Sharjah's border points.
According to Emirates News Agency, the Committee reviewed the influx of inbound and outbound travellers across Sharjah's border points, which recorded more than 7.6 million passengers in 2025. The indicators showed continued growth in cross-border movement, emphasizing the need to strengthen operational and security readiness at the border points.
The Khatm Milaha Border Point handled the highest passenger traffic flow with 5.29 million travellers, marking an 8% increase compared with 2024. Al Madam border point facilitated the crossing of around 351,000 travellers, while Dibba Al Hisn border point accommodated over two million passengers.
The meeting also focused on key operational enhancement measures at Sharjah's border points, particularly on security requirements and development proposals aimed at optimising traffic management, elevating performance standards, and strengthening operational readiness.
Following the meeting, the Committee conducted an on-site inspection of Al Madam border point to review ongoing infrastructure development works. These preparations are in anticipation of the planned activation of customs clearance operations and the facilitation of diversified cargo movements.
As part of the ongoing infrastructure upgrades, an X-ray truck inspection system is being installed to enhance operational readiness for customs clearance. Concurrently, the Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority is executing comprehensive traffic and organisational enhancements to optimise flow and efficiency at Al Madam border point.
Concluding the visit, the Committee acknowledged the Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority for its efforts and effective collaboration in executing these upgrade and development initiatives. These measures are set to enhance operational efficiency at Al Madam border point, streamline traffic, and uphold the highest standards of safety and service quality.