Discussions Focus on His Highness Ruler of Sharjah’s Interventions on Direct Line Radio Show
Sharjah Media Centre, the official media entity of the Government of Sharjahfunctioning under the umbrella of Sharjah Media Corporation, held its inaugural Majlis at the Culture Palace Sharjah, reviewing the interactions ofHis Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan Bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, on Direct Line, a live radio show broadcast simultaneously on Sharjah TV.
Titledas ‘A Review of His Highness Ruler of Sharjah’sInterventions on the Direct Line Show’,the Majlis was held under the patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qassimi, Chairman of Sharjah Media Corporation. Attended by senior clerics and intellectuals, as well as local and international media professionals, the discussions were followed by a questions round for the media.
The Majlishighlightedthe social impactof the interventionson the people of Sharjah and featured speeches byAhmed Salem Bosamnoh, Board Member, Sharjah Media Corporation; Jamal Al Bah, Chairman, Arab Family Organization; Mohammed Khalaf, Director, Sharjah Radio,Dr.JasimKhalfan, a National Activist,and His Excellency Osama Samra, Director of Sharjah Media Centre.
Bosamnoh said:“His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah’sinteractions on Direct TVserve as the ideal platform for connecting withthe UAE’scommunities. They conveyHis Highness’genuine concern towards his people. He has also set a great example to senior government officials on how they canoptimize theuse of media.”
Bosamnohpointed out that His Highness has used theshow to initiate positive changes in the community and build strong relations with the people of Sharjah. In particular, he praised HisHighness the Ruler of Sharjahfor involving the community in the process of rebuilding schools, instead of passing his orders on to the Education Council and allocatingbudgets.
“The interventions of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimihave attracted a large audience who is keen to hear his thoughts. In addition to listeningto people’s grievances and solving their problems, His Highness has raised the standards of the radio show transforming it into a formidable vehicle for people to voice their concerns. The programmes function as a testimony to his command on the art of dialogue,” addedBosamnoh.
His Excellency Jamal AlBah thanked Sharjah Media Centre for organising a session that focussed on the media and the people of Sharjah. He added that the interventions haveremoved barriers between the government and the residents.
Dr.KhalfanpraisedHis Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi for highlightingpersonalexperiences that helpedshape his character.
He said: “The interventions of His Highness are neither restricted to specific topics nor to Sharjah radio stations. His speech on thedevelopment of sport in the UAE during an interactionwith Dubai Sports Channel and his intervention with DREAM Channel announcing the generous donation of valuable manuscripts to replace the onesthat were burned at the Egyptian Scientific Congregationare just a few examples of the Ruler’sdedication towards preserving historical and cultural treasures.”
Dr.Khalfanadded that the interventions remove the barriers between officials and citizens and address issues relating to accountability, liability and upholding the rights of people.
His Excellency Osama Samratouched on the interventions’ key role in building communication channels between mass media and senior officialsinSharjah.
He said: “Before the Sharjah Media Centre was set up, it was difficult to obtain information. However, His Highnesshas been instrumental in opening up channels of communication and highlighting the cultural, civilizationaland scientific treasures of Sharjah. Orders of the Ruler of Sharjahare immediately communicated to officials for implementation and theseinterventions have continually offered support to the residents of the Emirates.”
MohammedKhalafsaid the interventions not only offered solutions to myriad problems but also lifted the morale of the people of Sharjah.
He stated that “His Highness always thanks callers for voicing their concerns and drawing his attention to instances of negligence. Hemakes it a point never tointerruptcallers and givesthem the opportunity to speak their mind.His Highness continually demonstrates his interest in current situations, which is indicative of his intelligence and awareness of international events.Furthermore, he has always been keen to reach out to young people and offer them adviceon how to improve their lives.”
View News Headlines
