Divorce rates in Dubai plummet to 24pc in the space of just two years

The divorce rate in Dubai has become the lowest not only in the UAE but the whole of the Arab world, thanks to a new counselling service offered by the emirate's court service.

Last updated: July 23, 2019 | 21:33

By Mona Al Khanjare, Staff Reporter

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The divorce rate in Dubai has become the lowest not only in the UAE but the whole of the Arab world, thanks to a new counselling service offered by the emirate's court service.

RATE OF DIVORCE IN DUBAI
(In percentage)

Year 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 General 42 35.5 35.2 29 24 Nationals 37 26.3 27.4 26.5 21

The major causes that lead to divorce in Dubai in 2002

The cause

Percentage

Difference in personalities

26.5

Bad tempers

Wife neglecting children

23.3

Husband doesnt spend

23.2

Physical abuse

20.3

Moral corruption

18.4

Abundance

13.2

Addiction to drugs or alcohol

9.3

Family interference

8.5

Others

Source: Dubai Courts

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