Sharjah has officially increased the minimum retirement pension for retirees in the emirate to Dh17,500, following approval by Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah. The decision reflects the Ruler’s commitment to ensuring a comfortable standard of living for families in the emirate.
According to a WAM report, the adjustment took effect on December 1, 2024, with an annual cost of Dh1.3 million. Retirees whose pensions previously fell below the new minimum will receive retroactive payments from their retirement date, totaling an additional cost of Dh4 million.
The announcement was made by Abdullah Ibrahim Al Zaabi, Chairman of the Sharjah Department of Human Resources, during a telephone interview on the “Direct Line” program aired by Sharjah Broadcasting Authority.
