Sharjah Chamber strengthens trade relations with East African countries

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) concluded its trade mission to Kenya and Uganda, recording significant progress in strengthening economic relations between Sharjah and East African countries.

- Staff Reporter, Gulf Today

Marking the culmination of a decade-long engagement in these high-potential markets, the mission was organized by SCCI represented by the Sharjah Exports Development Centre (SEDC). It succeeded in expanding economic and investment cooperation, enhancing the market presence of Sharjah companies across key sectors, and advancing export growth for private-sector member companies.

These efforts align with SCCI's broader strategy to empower the local business community, strengthen the competitiveness of Sharjah-based businesses, and expand their global footprint.

Led by Abdallah Sultan Al Owais, Chairman of SCCI, the trade delegation comprised board members Mohamed Rashid Ali Demas; Nasir Musabeh Ahmed Al Tunaiji; Ali Mohamed Abdalla Al Khayyal; and Raghda Hamad Omran Taryam, in addition to Abdul Aziz Al Shamsi, Assistant Director-General for Communication and Business at SCCI; Ali Al Jari, Director of SEDC.

The delegation also included a select group of businessmen, entrepreneurs, and representatives from Sharjah’s major industrial and commercial enterprises. Throughout the mission, the delegation engaged in multiple meetings with Kenyan and Ugandan counterparts to expand economic cooperation and reinforce investment-driven partnerships.