99.9% of UAE firms observed the country's midday break regulations this year. That’s according to the Ministry of Labour, which says it’s the highest success rate since the implementation of the rule 11 years ago. The annual regulation makes it compulsory for companies to give outdoor workers a break for two and a half hours every afternoon from June to September. Statistics released by the ministry show that only 58 violations were recorded in 65,262 field inspections conducted this year.
MOHRE to host New Year’s Eve celebrations for workers across the UAE
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) has announced plans to organise a series of New Year’s Eve celebrations for workers across the UAE, under the theme "Happy Workers, Thriving Business".
Dubai Free Zones council highlights 2024 achievements and future plans
The Dubai Free Zones Council (DFZC) has confirmed that the performance of Dubai's free zones in 2024 is a result of their ongoing commitment to economic diversification, aligning with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai.
UAE leaders condole Azerbaijan over victims of air crash
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and other Emirati leaders expressed solidarity with Azerbaijan over the Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash in Kazakhstan, which killed and injured dozens.
Travel time in Dubai's Nad Al Sheba cut by up to 60%
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed a series of traffic improvements in the Nad Al Sheba area, designed to boost road efficiency and ease congestion.
