Sharjah 24, 16 April 2026: Sharjah Consultative Council has reviewed a draft law regulating the University of the Arts as part of legislative discussions.

The SCC approved the draft law regulating the University of Arts in Sharjah. The law, consisting of 18 articles, was reviewed in detail by the Legislative and Legal Affairs, Appeals, Suggestions and Complaints Committee.

Committee Chairman Mohammed Ali Al Hammadi confirmed that several amendments were introduced to enhance the project, particularly provisions relating to the powers of the university director and the directors of the Visual Academy and Performing Academy, both of which fall under the law’s scope.

Government representatives participated in the session, and all amendments received official approval.

For more news and content, try Lexis Middle East. Click on lexis.ae/demo to begin your free trial of Lexis® Middle East platform.

You can also explore the legal landscape by subscribing to our Weekly Newsletter.

Want to learn more about Lexis® Middle East? Visit https://www.lexis.ae/lexis-middle-east-law/.