Sharjah's industry-based economy has kept it well shielded from the effects of low oil prices, with a growing tourism sector another strong investment pull.

HH Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Federal Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, has been an inspiring leader of the Emirate since 1972, carefully watching over its development into the cultural capital of the Islamic world.

TBY talks to Hon. Barnaby Joyce, Deputy Prime Minister of Australia and Minister of Agriculture and Water Resources, on energy security and the ventures that UAE-based businesses are making down under.

TBY talks to Sheikh Fahim Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Executive Chairman of the Department of Government Relations, on his department's role in coordinating the delivery of information to key stakeholders and the important part it plays in cultivating sustainable development.

TBY talks to HE Sultan Abdullah Bin Hadda Al Suwaidi, Chairman of Sharjah Economic Development Department, on the resilience of Sharjah's economy and building on its well-diversified foundations.

Sharjah's media landscape is defined by its promotion of local and regional discourse, carving out a niche for itself as it aims to respect both freedom and public responsibility.

TBY talks to Tariq Saeed Allay, Director of Sharjah Media Centre, on the Centre's evolution, promoting Sharjah's image, and expanding coverage.

Sharjah offers a diversified range of opportunities for holding companies, especially those with experience and a more globalized perspective on local market conditions.

Setting up new free zones is the government's strategy to attract FDI and plug the gaps in developing its market.

TBY talks to Abdelaziz Shattaf, Director of Sharjah Exports Development Center, on the sector.

TBY talks to Ahmed Saad Ibrahim, Deputy CEO of Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB), on trends in Islamic banking, the bank's role in the economy, and dealing with impacts from the global economy.

A thriving economic environment spanning multiple industries ensures that Sharjah's insurance sector remains spirited and profitable.

Sharjah is becoming an increasingly attractive center for international businesses. The non-application of value added taxes and income taxes in Sharjah has attracted many businesses to operate within its borders.