The Ruler of Sharjah has instructed that government employees who are the children of female citizens in the emirate be treated equally. Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, a member of the Supreme Council and the Ruler of Sharjah, has ordered the Sharjah Human Resources Department to treat these employees the same as other citizens. He emphasized equal treatment in government positions, irrespective of whether they were born before or after their mother acquired Emirati citizenship. This directive was publicized during the 'Direct Line' program aired on Sharjah Radio and Television.