Student business licences approved under Sharjah's 'Khatwa' initiative

Sharjah Executive Council approved a plan to recruit 150 passport control officers at Sharjah International Airport in three phases, starting next October, and approved the 'Khatwa' (Step) licence initiative for university and higher education institute students, enabling them to engage in economic activities by developing their ideas and turning them into innovative business ventures. The initiative aims to promote an entrepreneurial culture among students, encourage innovation, provide practical experience in project management, increase the number of small and medium-sized enterprises, strengthen students' contribution to the Emirate's economy, and create new job opportunities. The Council also reviewed a report by the Department of Statistics and Community Development on a comprehensive review of Sharjah's gross domestic product (GDP).