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Sharjah announces New Year holiday

Sunday, 22 December 2024 15:37

By ARN News Staff

The Sharjah Department of Human Resources announced on Sunday there will be a holiday on Wednesday, January 1, to celebrate the New Year.

All government offices in Sharjah will be closed that day, and they will reopen on Thursday, January 2 2025. However, those who work in shifts may have different schedules.

The Department sent warm wishes to the leaders, government, and people of the United Arab Emirates, as well as to everyone living in the country, hoping that the New Year brings health and happiness to all, along with many successes and achievements.

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