Sheikh Fahim bin Sultan bin Khalid Al Qasimi, Executive Chairman of Sharjah’s Department of Government Relations, has stressed the importance of innovation in the advancement of societies, pointing to the UAE’s constant efforts to adopt innovation and instill creativity in generations that will shape the nation’s future. This came during his visit to the UAE Innovation Month in Sharjah activities at the Sharjah Center for Astronomy and Space Sciences and Al-Majaz Waterfront on Monday. 

The Executive Chairman of Department of Government Relations visited a number of stands at the two venues and was briefed by officials about the latest inventions and innovations being showcased by government departments, federal institutions and students of various universities based in Sharjah.

Sheikh Fahim bin Sultan al Qasimi lauded the robust participation by government agencies and institutions, which reflects their keenness to keep abreast of the latest scientific developments and innovations and the march of progress witnessed by the UAE. This, he emphasised, represents a promising future for the nation and enhances its status in the comity of nations.

Sheikh Fahim bin Sultan Al Qasimi was briefed about the innovative products and initiatives of more than 26 participating government agencies and institutions, besides the innovations and inventions by various colleges and universities. He was all praise for many of the inventions presented by university students at the Sharjah Center for Astronomy and Space Sciences (SCASS).

Sheikh Fahim bin Sultan Al Qasimi stressed the role of innovative thoughts and ideas in the renaissance and development of societies, pointing to the constant efforts by the Emirate of Sharjah to nurture, develop and support creativity and talent that is the basis of innovation.

He said Sharjah has been making all efforts possible to provide an ideal creative environment that is essential for creativity and to stimulate intellectual innovation in the Emirate, facilitating sustainable development.

The UAE Innovation Month in Sharjah is being celebrated from February 15 to 21 throughout the Emirate including Al Majaz Waterfront, Sharjah Center for Astronomy and Space Sciences, Al Qasba Walkway and Flag Island.  

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