Private sector workers in the UAE will get a day off on Thursday, August 12, on the occasion of the Islamic New Year (Hijri Year 1443).
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has declared it as a paid holiday.
It matches an earlier announcement made by the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources (FAHR) regarding public sector employees.
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Abu Dhabi's Crown Prince His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan will begin an official visit to Ecuador on Sunday, at the invitation of President Daniel Noboa.
'Edge of Life' campaign contributions exceed AED460 million in a week
Contributions to the 'Edge of Life' campaign to rescue five million children from hunger have exceeded AED460 million, one week after its launch.
Abu Dhabi trials autonomous freight trucks
Abu Dhabi has launched a pilot project to operate autonomous trucks within Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD).
Dubai Police summons teen riders over dangerous stunts
Dubai Police have intensified night patrolling in residential areas after several teenagers were caught doing dangerous stunts on quad or motor bikes.
