UAE National Day holidays announced for public sector
Public sector workers will enjoy a three-day holiday to celebrate the UAE's 55th National Day, officially known as Eid Al Etihad. Authorities have announced leave for employees from Wednesday, December 2, until Friday, December 4. The public sector will resume official working hours on Monday, December 7, meaning many will enjoy a five-day break. Public and private sector employees typically…
Public sector employees in the UAE will enjoy a three-day holiday to mark the country's 55th National Day, also known as Eid Al Etihad. The holiday will run from December 2 to 4, with the public sector returning to work on December 7. Private sector employees are expected to receive the same number of public holidays as their government counterparts.
The announcement was made by the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources and the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation. This year's National Day celebrations align with the UAE's Year of Family, highlighting the importance of families, generations, and communities in the nation's rich history. UAE National Day, or Eid Al Etihad, commemorates the formation of the country in 1971 when six emirates united under the leadership of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, who served as the first president.
The holiday serves as a reminder of the country's diverse heritage and the strong sense of unity among its approximately 200 nationalities.
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