emirates7 - H.H. Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, welcomed Khaled Mohamed Balama, Governor of the Central Bank of the UAE and Chairman of the Board of the Emirates Institute of Finance (EIF), along with the board members, at the Dr. Sultan Al Qasimi Centre.

The Sharjah Ruler commended the board's efforts, highlighting their thorough oversight and developmental initiatives for the country’s banking and financial sector. He also praised their employment initiatives and support for Emiratisation, noting its positive impact on community development.

During the meeting, the Ruler received an overview of the training programs in banking and financial services offered in the UAE and the broader region. He learned about the institute's plans and strategies designed to produce graduates with the high-level skills needed in the financial sector, aligning with the vision and aspirations of the nation's leadership.

Additionally, the Ruler of Sharjah reviewed periodic reports and statistics aimed at preparing graduates for the job market, as well as future plans that support government directives, boost Emiratisation rates, and an appealing environment in the banking sector for new graduates.

The Chairman of the Board of the Emirates Institute of Finance and the accompanying delegation expressed their gratitude to the Ruler of Sharjah for his warm welcome and significant support, as well as his ongoing guidance, which bolsters the institute’s strategies and contributes to the advancement of the financial and banking sector.