Government | Sunday 7 April, 2024 7:55 am

Abdullah bin Zayed chairs ADFD’s Executive Committee meeting

The Executive Committee of Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) held its first meeting for the year 2024, chaired by H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Vice Chairman of the ADFD’s Board of Directors, and Chairman of the Executive Committee. The virtual...

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Government | Saturday 6 April, 2024 7:08 am

HRSD launches initiative to improve contractual relationship for domestic workers

The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD) launched an initiative to improve the contractual relationship for domestic workers.   In a statement, the ministry indicated that the initiative regulates the procedures for unilaterally terminating the employment...

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Government | Friday 5 April, 2024 4:43 am

UAE Ministry of Finance spromotes social solidarity during the Holy Month of Ramadan

The UAE Ministry of Finance launched a series of community initiatives during the Holy Month of Ramadan, in line with its commitment to instil the values of giving within the society. These initiatives are part of the ministry’s ongoing efforts to empower people in need and improve their quality...

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Government | Wednesday 3 April, 2024 1:26 pm

SEDD intensifies inspection campaigns for Eid Al Fitr

The Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) announced its full readiness for Eid Al Fitr by intensifying inspection campaigns across various economic establishments in the emirate. This initiative aims to secure Sharjah's markets and guarantee the safety of all economic activities...

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Government | Wednesday 3 April, 2024 1:32 am

Join the Elite: GCC Arbitration Centre Calls for New Batch of Arbitrators, Experts and Secretaries

The GCC Commercial Arbitration Centre has announced the commencement of a new selection process for qualified arbitrators, experts and secretaries  to join its arbitration ranks. The Centre has highlighted several significant advantages available to its affiliated arbitrators, experts and ...

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Government | Monday 1 April, 2024 10:15 am

New Zakat collection regulations feature independent approaches for real estate, investment sectors

The  Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority’s (ZATCA) new regulations for collecting Zakat offer independent Zakat treatments, encompassing various sectors such as real estate activities, construction, investment funds, insurance, financing, and others, said Hamoud Al-Harbi, official...

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Government | Monday 25 March, 2024 11:22 am

FTA upgrades three key services in line with UAE’s Government Services 2.0 Framework

In a strategic move towards advancing customer service excellence, the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has upgraded three key services to align with the UAE's pioneering ‘Government Services 2.0’ framework. This initiative falls under the Government Services Quality Charter, designed to...

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Government | Sunday 24 March, 2024 11:01 am

Finance Minister approves new edition of executive regulations for Zakat collection

The Minister of Finance has approved the executive regulations for the collection of Zakat (the 1445 H edition), which clarify all procedures related to Zakat collection, facilitate collection procedures in all business sectors, and contribute to raising the level of voluntary compliance among...

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Government | Sunday 24 March, 2024 10:50 am

Eid Al-Fitr holiday announced for private, non-profit sectors

The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD) announced today, March 23, the dates for the four-day Eid Al-Fitr holiday for the private and non-profit sectors starting from Monday, April 8.   Eid Al-Fitr holiday will commence for the public sector by the...

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Government | Saturday 23 March, 2024 7:11 am

UAE participates in Nuclear Energy Summit in Brussels

Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, led the UAE delegation participating in the Nuclear Energy Summit that was held for the first time on Thursday in the Belgian capital, Brussels. It was organised and hosted by the Belgian government and the International...

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