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Gulf Today
4 days ago
- General
- Gulf Today
Sultan Bin Ahmed commends UoS for earning ‘Platinum Rating'
Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and President of the University of Sharjah (UoS), affirmed the continued support, advancement, and global presence of the university among its prestigious peers in various academic, scientific, and other fields. This, he noted, contributes to the university's progress and solidifies its standing as one of the leading institutions of higher education both within and beyond the UAE. This came on the occasion of the UoS becoming the first university in the Middle East to achieve Platinum Rating under the Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System (STARS) administered by AASHE. The university received a full 100% score in the category of sustainable education and research, reflecting its strong commitment to sustainability across operations and planning, as well as its role in preparing a generation conscious of sustainable practices. This achievement aligns with the UAE's and Sharjah's strategic agendas on sustainability and carbon neutrality through education, research, innovation, and sustainable management and planning. The UoS now joins an elite group of only 15 universities worldwide to have received this top-tier Platinum rating – including 8 universities from the United States, 6 from Canada, and now 1 from the Middle East. His Highness congratulated the Board of Trustees, university leadership, academic, administrative, and technical staff, as well as students, on this new milestone, which adds to the university's impressive record of accomplishments over the years. These successes are the result of a well-defined strategy, vision, and the concerted efforts of the UoS community in providing every possible support to students, who remain at the heart of the university's educational mission. H.H. emphasised the university's commitment to offering students the best possible experiences by continuously enhancing the academic and research environment – from curriculum development, research opportunities, student activities, and innovation support, to the quality of faculty and staff. This is all done through the lens of sustainability in higher education, a global trend that is reshaping the future of universities and colleges. As such, the UOS continues to advance in global rankings across a range of academic and scientific fields. The University's award came following its assessment under the STARS rating programme, a transparent and comprehensive system for measuring and tracking sustainability performance in higher education institutions worldwide. The programme encourages institutions to pursue long-term sustainability goals, fosters continuous improvement, and builds more diverse and high-performing university communities committed to excellence in education. The UoS joined the STARS programme in 2021, earning the Silver rating in its first year, then becoming the first Arab university to receive a Gold rating in 2022, and now achieving the Platinum rating, the highest possible level – a clear affirmation of the university's leadership in sustainability.
Gulf Today
08-05-2025
- Health
- Gulf Today
Sharjah Executive Council approves ‘Care Leave'
Sheikh Abdullah Bin Salem Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Deputy Chairman of the Executive Council, chaired the council's regular meeting on Tuesday at the Ruler's Office. The meeting was held in the presence of Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Deputy Chairman of the Executive Council. The council addressed several topics related to the organisation and monitoring of government departments and entities across the emirate, and reviewed key developmental strategies aimed at raising the quality of services provided in Sharjah. In line with the directives of His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, the Executive Council approved amendments to Resolution No. (12) of 2021, which pertains to the executive regulations of Law No. (6) of 2015 on human resources in Sharjah. Under the new policy, a female employee who gives birth to a child with a medical condition or disability requiring constant care will be eligible for fully paid care leave following maternity leave. The key provisions include: 1. A medical report must be submitted from an authorised medical body. 2. The care leave will last one year with full pay after maternity leave ends. 3. The leave may be extended annually for up to three years with the relevant authority's approval and a supporting medical report. 4. Should the child's health improve, the authority may terminate the leave based on medical recommendations. 5. Employee performance during care leave will be evaluated under the existing performance management framework. 6. If the leave exceeds three years, the case will be referred to the Higher Committee for Human Resources. 7. The care leave will be counted as part of the employee's total service. The council also issued a resolution regarding the executive regulations of Law No. (2) of 2021 concerning human resources for military personnel in Sharjah's regulatory bodies. The regulation includes comprehensive legal articles on terminology, application frameworks, job classification, recruitment, salary structures, allowances, promotions, and other employment benefits. It further outlines mechanisms related to internal transfers, secondments, training, educational leave, performance appraisals, job responsibilities and restrictions, end-of-service processes, and associated benefits, along with relevant annexes and templates. The council reviewed a detailed report on the performance of district councils and plans for expansion across cities within the emirate. It also assessed various community-focused initiatives designed to strengthen social cohesion and elevate public cultural awareness through the vital role of these councils. Recently, Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, presided over a meeting of the Executive Council at the Ruler's Office. The meeting was attended by Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed. During the meeting, the SEC reviewed recent updates on government initiatives in the emirate. They examined reports on the activities of various government departments and agencies, and gained insights into the progress of development projects underway in different cities and regions. The Council has reviewed proposals aimed at developing a training and qualification programme for job seekers in Sharjah. This initiative, launched under the guidance of Sheikh Sultan, seeks to equip job hunters with comprehensive training and development opportunities. The goal is to enhance their skills and capabilities, thereby enabling them to secure suitable employment opportunities. The Council also examined the report detailing the outcomes of implementing Council Resolution No. 19 of 2022, which focuses on providing medical and dental care services to elderly citizens in Sharjah. This initiative aims to safeguard the elderly from diseases affecting their teeth and mouth, while also addressing the related health issues they may encounter. WAM
Gulf Today
30-03-2025
- Politics
- Gulf Today
Spanish academy honours Sultan Bin Ahmed
Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and President of the University of Sharjah, was awarded the Golden Medal of Honour by the European Royal Academy in Spain. The accolade was presented in acknowledgement of his outstanding leadership and notable contribution to higher education, along with his charitable initiatives that have fostered the progress of education and scientific research. The medal represents the highest honour bestowed by the academy, which was established in 1914 by an initiative of the King of Spain. Throughout its history, only four distinguished leaders have received the award, including Dr. Rosalía Arteaga, former President of Ecuador (2016), Dr. Luis Alberto Lacalle, former President of Uruguay (2017), and former Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff (2018). The selection of Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed Bin Sultan Al Qasimi emphasises his significant contribution to the University of Sharjah, steering it towards recognition as one of the leading academic institutions globally. His efforts have significantly enhanced the university's reputation as a centre for knowledge and innovation in the region, and his charitable initiatives have broadened educational and research opportunities for numerous individuals. WAM
Gulf Today
09-03-2025
- Business
- Gulf Today
Sultan Bin Ahmed honours Tamayuz award winners
Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, honoured the winners of the first edition of the 'Tamayuz' Excellence Award on Thursday evening. The award, held at the level of institutions headed by Sheikh Sultan, aims to highlight the efforts of internal institutions, create a competitive environment among governmental and private entities, enhance institutional efficiency, and focus on performance improvement and institutional development to apply the best standards in institutional excellence and governance. The University of Sharjah (UoS) won the award for the best institution in governance implementation, while the Invest bank secured first place in the best financial oversight category. The Sharjah Media City 'Shams' received the award for the best entity in secret shopper reports, and the Sharjah Broadcasting Authority won first place in the best smart application category for its 'Maraya' application. Additionally, the Sharjah Government Media Bureau won the award for the best website for its 'Sharjah Events' site according to secret shopper reports. The UoS also took home the award for the best contact centre based on secret shopper reports, while Arada Company won the best service centre award for its 'City Walk Sales Centre.' The awards for best entity in customer happiness and best entity in employee happiness were awarded to Sharjah Media City 'Shams.' The best outstanding practices awards were granted to the 'Create with Shams' initiative by Sharjah Media City 'Shams,' the 'House for House' initiative by Arada, and the 'Maraya Platform' by the Sharjah Broadcasting Authority. The Deputy Ruler of Sharjah also honoured the judging and evaluation teams, presenting them with commemorative shields and taking photos with them, commending their efforts during the previous period. During the award ceremony, Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed, Chairman of the 'Tamayuz' Excellence Award, delivered a speech congratulating the winners. He clarified that the award is not an end in itself but a means to achieve the previously stated goals, aiming to create a distinguished work system characterised by strategic agility, executive flexibility, and competitive capability through the collective efforts of all. Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed discussed the steps to achieve these goals through employee satisfaction and customer happiness, emphasising the need for best practices to be showcased to others, which creates a solid and transparent governance system. He pointed out that there was a request to increase the number of categories for the next edition of the award and announce them. However, he preferred to postpone this until the results and contributions of the first edition could be studied in depth. The Deputy Ruler of Sharjah insisted that the selection of winners in all award categories should remain with the judges and that no new category for special recognition should be added, which he personally selects for entities with outstanding practices. This was to confirm the award's transparency, integrity, and fairness, affirming that entities can improve their performance and compete for the award categories. The Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and the attendees watched a visual presentation titled 'Excellence is a Decision, a Renewed Vision, and an Ambition that Races Against Time,' which addressed the goals of the award and highlighted its key figures, the participation of institutions, and the efforts of the teams that tirelessly strived to showcase the excellence of the participating entities. The award had conducted six training workshops attended by over 300 individuals, providing knowledge and establishing a path focused on continuous development, along with eight awareness publications that promoted a culture of excellence. A survey targeting customer happiness was participated in by over 55,000 customers, in addition to a survey for employees that included more than 5,000 workers and over 530 evaluations for secret shoppers of service channels. The material also discussed the launch of the 'Tamayuz' platform, which facilitates participants in submitting their files clearly and transparently, with over a thousand documents uploaded to the platform and 500 reports for secret shoppers, managed by eight excellence teams consisting of 33 members.
Gulf Today
25-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf Today
Sultan Bin Ahmed crowns Sharjah Ruler's Show Jumping Cup winners
On Sunday evening, His Highness Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, presented the Longines Sharjah Prize Cup to rider Luis Felipe and his horse "Sierra de Pedrox Z" at the conclusion of the Sharjah Ruler's International Show Jumping Championship Cup, five-star category, held at the Sharjah Equestrian and Racing Club. The first-place winner of the Longines Sharjah Cup received a prize of 55,000 euros. The total prize money for the round amounted to 165,000 euros, while the overall prize pool for the championship exceeded 550,000 euros, awarded to the top performers throughout the event. Emirati rider Abdullah Humaid Al Muhairi secured second place with his horse "Chakolo," while German rider Sophie Henners claimed third with her horse 'Iron Dames Sinclair.' Sheikh Sultan also honoured the riders who qualified for the World Cup final in Basel, Switzerland, from the seventh regional group. These included three riders from the Middle East—Saudi Arabia's Ramzi Al Dahami, Emirati Omar Al Marzouqi, and Kuwaiti Ali Al Kharafi—as well as two riders from North Africa, Moroccans Abdel Kabir Dar and Sami Sharqawi. A total of 169 male and female riders, along with 337 horses from 37 countries, are participating in the championship. They are competing in seven five-star international competitions, all taking place on the sandy outdoor field at the Sharjah Equestrian Centre. The event, held in Sharjah, is the fourth qualifying round for the Arab World Cup Show Jumping series. The first round took place at the Al Ain International Championship in December 2024, followed by the second round at the four-star International Sailing Championship in January, and the third round at the Abu Dhabi International Championship later that month. The championship featured a range of entertainment activities for the audience, including family-friendly shows and performances throughout the event. Highlights included a saxophone performance, light and music displays, a traditional Al Ayala band, a light artist, a police band performance, and a captivating qanun player performance. The championship's organising committee set up a section featuring a variety of restaurants and a bustling market. Daily activities included games, competitions, and giveaways, along with free workshops for children such as colouring, sand drawing, face painting, pony rides, and performances by cartoon characters. The closing competition and winners' ceremony were attended by Sheikh Abdullah bin Majid Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Sharjah Equestrian and Racing Club; Sultan Al Yahyaei, Director-General of the Sharjah Equestrian and Racing Club; Dr. Ghanem Mohammed Al Hajri, Secretary-General of the UAE Equestrian and Racing Federation; representatives of the International Equestrian Federation, numerous championship guests, sponsors, and a large crowd of show jumping enthusiasts.
