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Abu Dhabi revises limits of school bag weight for students in private sector

Schools in Abu Dhabi will soon have to ensure that the weight of students' backpack does not exceed 5-10 per cent of their own weight, a revised policy issued by the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge says. The...

Abu Dhabi connects private sector with 3 million global companies

Abu Dhabi Business Connect platform contributes to expanding private sector business growth opportunities in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi I announced Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry Today, registration is open for local and international companies from all over...

Abu Dhabi extends maternity leave to 90 days for some employees in private sector

Maternity leave has been extended to 90 days for Emirati women who are working in the private sector in Abu Dhabi, authorities have announced. This was among six initiatives that the Department of Community Development (DCD) — Abu Dhabi has...

Oman authorities arrested 110 workers for violating labour law

Muscat: More than 100 expatriate workers have been arrested in connection with labor violations in Oman. Authorities arrest 110 migrant workers from Alwusta That's it. Joint In the Directorate General of Dakhiliya Governorate Inspection team in private sector establishments and...

Saudi Arabia documented more than 7 million employment contracts in the private sector

The Ministry of Resources achieved a reconciliation rate of up to 77% in cases of labor disputes through the “Friendly” dispute settlement program, in addition to developing legislation with the aim of protecting workers’ contractual rights in the Saudi...

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UAE announces new cybersecurity rules for drones

Abu Dhabi: The UAE Cybersecurity Council (CSC) has unveiled the nation’s first comprehensive Drone Cybersecurity Guidelines. These were developed in...

UAE Blue Visa: Which jobs could get you the 10-year residency permit

A new 10-year UAE 'Blue Residency' announced recently could create hundreds of job opportunities for those who care about the environment, experts have said....

UAE: No visa required from Indian, Pakistani, Filipino residents to visit these countries

Citizens of many countries struggle and find it challenging to get visa-free entry to many countries. However, some countries from Africa, Oceania and Asia regions...

UAE Launches 180-Day Permit for Expats to Apply for Blue Residency Visa

The UAE has introduced a 180-day multiple-entry permit allowing expats to apply for the Blue Residency visa — a 10-year residency offered to individuals...

Sheikh Hamdan announces new leaders for key Dubai government entities

Dubai: Following the approval of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, in his capacity...