Sharjah will host meeting of diplomatic corps

sharjah — The Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB) has announced that the sixth edition of the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF) will organise a special meeting with members of the diplomatic corps in the UAE on the sidelines of the two-day event.

The gathering will be held in collaboration with the department of government relations in Sharjah that is responsible for enhancing cooperation between government departments in the emirate and international governments and NGOs. The forum will be held from March 22 to 23 at Expo Centre Sharjah.

Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi, chairman of the Sharjah Media Council, said: “The meeting will highlight the commitment of Sharjah and the UAE to the principles of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In addition, it will provide a unique opportunity for the diplomatic corps to share the experiences in working towards these goals that have become a top priority for international governments and institutions.”

Sheikh Fahim bin Sultan Al Qasimi, executive chairman of the department of government relations in Sharjah, said: “The Sharjah forum will examine a wide variety of topics of interest to world governments. Government communication plays a vital role in supporting government efforts towards realising these goals, and contributing to economic and social development.”

It will highlight the UAE’s commitment to the UN’s SDGs.” Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi, chairman, SMC