Private sector employees in the UAE will have shorter working hours during the month of Ramadan.
According to the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, all private establishments have to reduce their work timings by two hours.
Earlier this week, the International Astronomical Centre predicted the holy month to start next Monday in most Middle Eastern countries.
In the UAE, the official date will be announced by the moon-sighting committee.
UAE supports efforts to dismantle terrorist cells in Syria
The UAE has expressed its full support for any measures taken by Syrian authorities to dismantle terrorist cells affiliated with the Da'esh organisation that were involved in acts of assassination, robbery, and financing the group.
UAE foreign minister holds diplomatic talks on regional developments
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has discussed the latest developments in the Middle East during a series of phone calls with regional and international counterparts.
UAE welcomes Trump's removal of Syria from US terrorism sponsor list
The UAE has welcomed President Donald Trump's announcement to initiate the process of removing Syria from the US's list of state sponsors of terrorism.
UAE President, Kuwaiti Emir discuss stronger bilateral ties
The UAE and Kuwait have reaffirmed their commitment to closer economic and development cooperation following talks between President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah.
UAE strengthens power grid resilience with national monitoring centre
The UAE has launched a monitoring centre to strengthen the reliability and resilience of its electricity network through real-time tracking and coordination across all major power providers.
Abu Dhabi student crowned UAE champion of Arab Reading Challenge
Grade 6 student Danah Adel Al Zarouni has been crowned the UAE Champion of the 10th Arab Reading Challenge and will go on to represent the country in the overall finals.
UAE strongly condemns renewed hostile Iranian attacks on Bahrain, Kuwait
The UAE has strongly condemned hostile Iranian attacks targeting Bahrain and Kuwait for a second night in a row, calling it a "threat" to regional security and stability.
UAE, Germany explore ways to expand cooperation across key sectors
The UAE and Germany have underscored the importance of public-private sector partnerships in key sectors and explored ways to enhance cooperation in energy, water technology, mobility, digital infrastructure and space.
UAE President arrives in Kuwait on fraternal visit
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has arrived in Kuwait on a fraternal visit.
UAE condemns hostile Iranian attack on Saudi tanker
The UAE has strongly condemned the hostile Iranian attack targeting Saudi Arabia's 'Wedyan' tanker while it was transiting the Strait of Hormuz.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan meets gold medallists of International Greenwich Olympiad
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai's Crown Prince, has congratulated the team from Dubai Schools – Al Khawaneej for winning the gold medal at the International Greenwich Olympiad.
Dubai Police unveils next generation of 'Ghiath' smart patrols
Dubai Police has launched the second generation of its ‘Ghiath’ smart patrol vehicles, strengthening its AI-powered policing transport ecosystem.
Iran remains incapable of turning page on war: Gargash
Dr Anwar Gargash, diplomatic advisor to the UAE president, said Iran "remains incapable" of committing to the agreed requirements of de-escalation following its recent attacks on several Gulf countries.
UFC adds two more bouts to Abu Dhabi Fight Night
The world's premier mixed martial arts organisation UFC has announced two additional bouts for Abu Dhabi's Fight Night event on July 25.
UAE condemns hostile Iranian attack targeting Qatari vessel
The UAE has strongly condemned the hostile Iranian attack on Qatar’s Al Rakeyyat vessel as it was transiting near the Strait of Hormuz.
UAE certifies world's first commercial air taxi vertiport
Dubai has taken another step closer towards launching commercial air taxi operations.
Ajman unveils AED 1.8 billion urban development roadmap
Ajman has unveiled a AED 1.8 billion development agenda aimed at enhancing community wellbeing and improving quality of life.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan honours government entities for digital transformation
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai's Crown Prince and the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister, has honoured several government entities for carrying out digital transformations of its services.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed to honour 'most beautiful Quranic voices in the world'
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has launched the new edition of the Dubai International Holy Quran Award.
Abu Dhabi to establish specialised court for human trafficking crimes
Abu Dhabi will set up a specialised court for adjudicating human trafficking crimes following a resolution issued by Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan in his capacity as Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department.
The UAE has expressed its full support for any measures taken by Syrian authorities to dismantle terrorist cells affiliated with the Da'esh organisation that were involved in acts of assassination, robbery, and financing the group.
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has discussed the latest developments in the Middle East during a series of phone calls with regional and international counterparts.
The UAE has welcomed President Donald Trump's announcement to initiate the process of removing Syria from the US's list of state sponsors of terrorism.
