Sharjah plans to attract tourists and investors from more than 20 international destinations for 2007

The authority's foreign calendar for 2007 is a confirmation of its intention to expose Sharjah to new markets, promoting the emirate's tourism and commercial facets, thus creating more investment chances for the emirate. Today Sharjah is already considered one of the most cultural destinations in the region, where heritage and family themes are heavily emphasized.

Mr. Mohamed A. Al Noman, General Director of Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority, has been working on ways to consolidate Sharjah's position on the international map of tourism. "There is no doubt that what we achieved in the last year in the tourism and commercial sectors, urges us to continue with our efforts and further expand our reach. Our success here will boost our emirate's economy adding vital support to the growth of our various other sectors. "He said.

"At a time when tourism has become a significant source of income for Sharjah, the emirate is seeking to further develop projects that include the building for tourists, mega-villages and cities that will attract visitors from all over the world. In addition to this, the marketing campaigns across local, regional and international media will further help in promoting the emirate." he added.

Beginning from February the SCTDA plans to promote the emirate in Istanbul- Turkey, the Berlin International Bourse and various other regional and global expos. Furthermore there are plans to further solidify economic relationships with Germany and Japan, taking the total amount of countries Sharjah will be representing in, to over 20, (this includes a marketing tour of the GCC).

"Sharjah has made a special name in the domain of tourism, for the tourists and visitors that arrive every year. Our success is the result of our emphasis on culture, heritage and family. Also, I can add that the classical Islamic construction style of the emirate helps define Sharjah's identity. Our musuems and the Qanat Al Qasba' will continue to make Sharjah one of the most attractive sites in the coming few years", ended Al Noman.