UAE: New Year holiday announced for private sector

UAE declares Saturday, January 1, 2022 as official paid holiday

Last updated: December 19, 2021 | 15:44

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Abu Dhabi: The UAE's Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation on Sunday announced that January 1, 2022, will be an official paid holiday for the private sector employees in the country.

Earlier today, the UAE said all public sector employees would have a day off on the same day.

Also Read: UAE residents to get a long weekend end of this month

UAE announced a weekend change from Friday-Saturday to Saturday-Sunday, effective from January 1, 2022.

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