Sharjah Ruler issues Law on Al Quran Al Kareem and Al Sunnah Al Nabawiyyah Est

SHARJAH, H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has issued Law No. 02 of 2018 establishing the “Sharjah Establishment for Al Quran Al Kareem and Al Sunnah Al Nabawiyyah”.

The new establishment enjoys the legal personality and the full legal capacity to act in its affairs under the provisions of this Law.

The Law states that the establishment will be based in the Emirate of Sharjah and can open further branches in the emirate following a decision from the Sharjah Executive Council, SEC.

The articles of the Law specify the objectives and powers of the establishment and prescribe the responsibilities Board of Directors Chairperson.

As stipulated by the Law, the Chairperson and the members of the Board of Directors will be appointed by a decision of His Highness, the Ruler of Sharjah, or his representative. The term of membership will be four years starting from the date of its first meeting, and may be extended for a similar period or periods. The board should fulfil its roles at the end of its term until a new Board is appointed.

Law No. 02 annuls Emiri Decree No. 09 of 2001 on the establishment of the Noble Quran and Sunnah Establishment.

The Law shall come into effect as from the date of its issuance and shall be published in the Official Gazette. All concerned parties shall implement it each in its respective field. Any provision contrary to the provisions of this Law shall be repealed.

Source: Emirates News Agency