Region Council

Chairman

The Emir of the Region

Vice Chairman

The Deputy Emir of the Region

The region's needs

Studying the services and facilities the region needs, and proposing that they be included in the State's development plans.

Project priorities

Identifying beneficial projects in order of priority, and proposing that they be funded in the State's annual budget.

Zoning plans

Studying the zoning plans for the region's cities and villages, and following up on their implementation once approved.

Development plan and budget

Following up on the implementation of the region's share of the development plan and the budget.

Developing the region

Working to develop the region socially, economically and in its built environment.

The private sector

Encouraging the private sector to set up industrial and agricultural projects, and submitting proposals to make use of the region's economic potential.

Public benefit

Proposing any work of public benefit, and encouraging citizens to take part in it.

Government coordination

Coordinating with government bodies to ensure the services provided are efficient and effective.

Humanizing Cities and Infrastructure

• Reviewing requests for projects and services in the region.
• Offering solutions and proposals that help provide suitable housing for the people of the region.
• Raising the efficiency of public services and facilities.
• Setting up a way to follow up on projects and progress reports.
• Improving the urban landscape, strengthening road safety and reducing pollution.
• Taking part in studying informal settlements and proposals to address them, in coordination with the bodies concerned.
• Following up on improving the performance of government agencies and putting e-government into effect.
• Reviewing and studying the state of services in the region.
• Studying ways to improve the health and well-being of residents.

Quality of Life and Investment

• Studying policies on tourism, culture and the sectors linked to them.
• Helping identify tourist and heritage sites and inviting investors to them.
• Creating varied entertainment opportunities for everyone.
• Identifying the obstacles facing the private sector, in coordination with the bodies concerned.
• Proposing areas for investment and economic diversification that raise local output.
• Developing the non-profit sector and encouraging volunteering.
• Developing cultural affairs and raising the cultural level of the region's youth.

Family Affairs and Social Development

• Examining family issues and proposing solutions to them.
• Studying social phenomena.
• Holding workshops to examine negative social phenomena and address them.
• Adopting community awareness programmes.
• Drawing up plans to strengthen the role of women in the labour market.