UAE declares paid new year holiday for private sector employees

UAE declares paid new year holiday for private sec...

The UAE’s Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has declared a paid New Year holiday for private sector employees. While January 1 is confirmed as a holiday, it remains unclear whether offices will reopen on Friday, January 2. The move reflects the government’s focus on employee well-being, allowing staff to begin 2026 on a relaxed and positive note