Sharjah Ruler Approves General Budget Of AED42 Billion

Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has approved the emirate's general budget, which reached a total of approximately AED42 billion. This is the largest budget in the emirate's history. 

According to the Emirates News Agency report, the budget aims to accomplish several key objectives. Foremost among these is the enhancement of investment in infrastructure alongside economic, social, cultural, and tourism initiatives that boost Sharjah's competitiveness and ensure its financial sustainability. The figures from the general budget for 2025 revealed a 2% increase in expenditures compared to the previous budget. In this budget, salaries and wages make up 27%, while operating expenses account for 23%. For 2025, the infrastructure sector takes the lead, accounting for 41% of the total general budget.

Sheikh Mohammed bin Saud Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Sharjah Finance Department, stated that the 2025 general budget has two main dimensions: economic and social development aimed at improving the quality of life for residents and strategic development focusing on enhancing the government's financial sustainability.