Sharjah’s Al Maleh and Fishing Festival returns to boost maritime heritage, traditional industries

Sharjah will host the 13th Al Maleh and Fishing Festival from August 27 to 30 at Al Hisn Island in Dibba Al Hisn. The event, organized by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Dibba Al Hisn City Municipality, aims to celebrate the UAE's maritime heritage and support local industries. The festival will feature the Main Maleh Market, showcasing traditional Emirati fish salting and preservation methods, as well as handicrafts and traditional food products from various families.

Visitors will have the opportunity to view fishing equipment, marine engines, and boats, fostering potential business partnerships. The program will also include workshops on fish salting and preservation, exhibitions of traditional fishing gear, and seminars on sustainable fisheries and fish stock protection. Talib Abdullah Al Yahyai, Director of Dibba Al Hisn City Municipality, stated that the festival strengthens Dibba Al Hisn's position as a tourism and heritage destination in Sharjah's Eastern Region.