The Consultative Council of Sharjah is taking crucial steps to address modern regulatory challenges with its recent focus on two significant legislative proposals: the regulation of drones and the reformative institution. In an important meeting led by Engineer Jamila Al-Fandi Al-Shamsi, the council is poised to enhance its legislative framework by exploring the nuances of these laws, which are vital for ensuring safety and efficacy in their respective fields.
The Islamic Affairs, Endowments, Municipalities, Security, and Public Facilities Committee of the Consultative Council of Sharjah held a meeting at the council’s headquarters, chaired by Engineer Jamila Al-Fandi Al-Shamsi, to study two legislative proposals referred to it by the council. The committee began the meeting by reviewing a draft law for 2026 regarding the regulation of drone usage in Sharjah, followed by a draft law for 2026 concerning the regulation of the reformative institution in the emirate. They initiated discussions on the legal contents and regulatory objectives of these proposals, reflecting their commitment to enhancing the legislative framework in line with technological advancements and institutional work requirements across various sectors.
The meeting was chaired by the committee head, with the presence of committee members: Ahmed Obaid Al-Owaisiah Al-Zahabi, Ahmed Rashid Al-Shamsi, Sultan Saeed Dalmouk Al-Suwaidi, Majid Ahmed Al-Darwish Al-Shamsi, and Salem Mohammed Al-Rashedi. Also in attendance were Mira Khalifa Al-Muqarrab, the council’s Secretary-General, and from the General Secretariat, Saif Bin Suwaif Al-Ketbi and Sumayya Al-Hamoudi.
During the meeting, the committee discussed various perspectives and observations regarding the two draft laws, with their provisions undergoing detailed review in light of the referral from the Consultative Council. This review was based on the provisions of Clause Four of Article Seven of Law No. 2 of 1999 concerning the establishment of the Executive Council of Sharjah, and in accordance with Article Seventy-Two of the internal regulations of the Consultative Council.
The committee focused its discussions on the objectives of the draft law regulating drone usage, particularly concerning the regulation of their applications and the establishment of necessary frameworks and controls to ensure the safety of individuals and property, while enhancing the competencies of relevant authorities in this field.
The committee also addressed the draft law regulating the reformative institution, emphasizing the organization of institutional work and the development of the reformative system in line with best practices. At the conclusion of the meeting, the committee reaffirmed its commitment to conducting an in-depth study of the two draft laws, aiming to prepare a comprehensive report that includes its recommendations and observations, thereby contributing to the strengthening of the legislative framework in Sharjah and enhancing the efficiency of institutional performance in the relevant sectors.