Sharjah Media Centre Hosts Over 50 Eminent Media Persons At ’East Meets West’ Event

Releases and Distributes Maiden Publication ‘30 Must Know Facts about Sharjah’ among Journalists

Sharjah Media Centre, the communication arm of the government of Sharjah, brought together over 50 foreign and local journalists as part of its ‘East Meets West’ initiative held on the sidelines of the 30th Sharjah International Book Fair.

His Excellency Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmad Al-Qassimi, Chairman of Sharjah Media Corporation, and His Excellency Osama Samra, Director of Sharjah Media Centre, hosted the event and interacted with the journalists and guests that included eminent poets and novelists from around the globe. Held at the Centre’s newly inaugurated headquarters, the session was followed by lunch at the media lounge, which provided an opportunity for one-on-one meetings.

During the event, Sharjah Media Centre’s first publication ‘30 Must Know Facts about Sharjah’ that was unveiled at the Sharjah International Book Fair 2011 was distributed to the journalists. The book celebrates the achievements of Sharjah and contains 30 interesting facts on its rich cultural heritage. It also serves as a ready reckoner on the world-class educational, entertainment and business facilities that Sharjah offers.

His Excellency Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmad Al-Qassimi said: “The event comes as part of our initiative to strengthen ties with the foreign and local media and familiarize them with Sharjah’s cultural heritage, activities and offerings. The ‘East meets West’ event marks the first of our outreach activities. We look forward to hosting many such platforms to facilitate networking and share authentic updates on Sharjah.”

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