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Sharjah Chamber, Emirates Growth Fund Boost SME Financing

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) and Emirates Growth Fund (EGF) signed an MoU to enhance financing and support for SMEs and startups in Sharjah. This partnership aims to strengthen the local startup ecosystem.

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DXB Start·May 7, 2026·1 min read·7 hours ago

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) and the Emirates Growth Fund (EGF) formalized a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during the 'Make it in the Emirates 2026' forum. The agreement focuses on bolstering collaboration to support Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and startups in Sharjah.

The partnership will expand financing and support mechanisms available to these businesses. This initiative underscores efforts to cultivate a robust and supportive environment for emerging companies in the emirate.

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