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Gulf Business
16 hours ago
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- Gulf Business
Islamic New Year 2025: GCC countries declare holidays
Image: Getty Images Governments across the Gulf region have announced public holidays to mark the Islamic New Year, giving residents in the UAE, Kuwait, and Oman extended weekends. The holiday marks the beginning of the Islamic lunar calendar year 1447 AH. Read-I In Dubai, the Government Human Resources Department (DGHR) has confirmed that Friday, June 27, 2025, will be an official public holiday for all government departments, entities, and institutions. According to a circular issued by DGHR, the holiday does not apply to employees working shifts or those involved in providing essential public services or managing vital infrastructure. These organisations may determine alternative work schedules based on operational requirements, Nationwide, the UAE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation also announced that private sector employees will receive June 27 off as a paid holiday. This follows an earlier statement from the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources confirming the same date for federal employees, effectively creating a long weekend for much of the country. In Kuwait, the cabinet declared Thursday, June 26, as a public holiday on the occasion of the Islamic New Year. All ministries and state institutions will suspend operations, resuming work on Sunday, June 29. The decision was made during the Cabinet's regular session, chaired by His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al Ahmad Al Sabah. The cabinet extended its congratulations to the Amir, the Crown Prince, and the people of Kuwait, as conveyed by A
Zawya
2 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
ADIB participates in the 'Midday Break' initiative in collaboration with the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation
Aligned with UAE's Year of Community and ADIB's broader ESG commitment to worker welfare Abu Dhabi, UAE: Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), in collaboration with the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, participates in the 'Midday Break Initiative,' as part of its ongoing commitment to ESG principles and its wider efforts to support community welfare and social responsibility. The initiative, which prohibits outdoor work between 12:30 PM and 3:00 PM during the summer months, is designed to safeguard the health and well-being of labourers during periods of extreme heat, reflecting ADIB's continued dedication to promoting a safe and respectful working environment and aligns with the UAE's national regulations and the broader theme of the Year of Community. As part of the initiative, ADIB distributed tokens of appreciation that included gifts and meals to participating workers. The initiative will span different emirates and construction sites, aiming to reach over 3,000 labourers. This initiative is part of ADIB's broader strategy to drive sustainable development by integrating social initiatives and community engagement into its operations. By supporting projects that protect vulnerable groups and encourage volunteerism, ADIB continues to promote a culture of inclusion and positive impact across the UAE. About ADIB ADIB is a leading bank in the UAE with AED 244 billion in assets. The bank also offers world-class online, mobile and phone banking services, providing clients with seamless digital access to their accounts 24 hours a day. ADIB provides Retail, Corporate, Business, Private Banking and Wealth Management Solutions. The bank was established in 1997 and its shares are traded on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX). ADIB has a strong presence in six strategic markets: Egypt, where it has 70 branches, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the United Kingdom, Qatar, and Iraq. Named World's Best Islamic Bank by The Financial Times - The Banker publication, ADIB has a rich track record of innovation, including introducing the award-winning Ghina savings account, award-winning co-branded cards with Emirates airlines, Etihad and Etisalat and a wide range of financing products. For media information, please visit or contact: ADIB Edelman Lamia Khaled Hariz Simon Hailes Head of Public Affairs Director of Financial Communications
Arabian Business
4 days ago
- Business
- Arabian Business
UAE announces Hijri New Year holiday for private sector
The UAE has announced a private sector holiday to mark the Hijri New Year. The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation announced that Friday, June 27 will be an official paid holiday for private sector com p anies in the UAE on the occasion of the new Hijri year 1447 AH. It means a 3-day weekend for many, with an extended break from June 27 to 29. UAE private sector holiday It follows an earlier announcement by the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources (FAHR) to designate the same day as a holiday for public sector workers. The FAHR issued a circular to all ministries and federal entities, stating that the Hijri New Year holiday for the year 1447 AH will fall on Friday, June 27, 2025.
Gulf Business
4 days ago
- Business
- Gulf Business
Islamic New Year 2025: UAE declares June 27 a private sector holiday
The UAE has officially declared Friday, June 27, 2025, as a paid public holiday for the Islamic New Year — giving residents across the country a welcome long weekend. The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation announced on Monday that the private sector would observe the day off, following an earlier confirmation from the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources for public sector employees. The holiday marks the beginning of the Islamic year 1447 AH and commemorates the Hijrah — the Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) migration from Mecca to Medina in 622 CE — a defining moment that signifies the start of the Islamic lunar calendar. Though the Islamic New Year, or Ra's As-Sanah Al-Hijriyah , is not traditionally celebrated with the same prominence as Eid Al Fitr or Eid Al Adha, it remains a significant spiritual occasion and is recognised as an official public holiday in the UAE. With the day falling on a Friday, many in the country will enjoy an extended weekend. Looking ahead, the next expected public holiday will be Mawlid Al Nabawi , the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), likely to fall on Thursday, 4 September 2025 — subject to official moon-sighting confirmation. The UAE's final public holidays for the year will be Commemoration Day and National Day, observed on 2 and 3 December respectively.
Khaleej Times
4 days ago
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Hijri New Year: UAE announces paid holiday for private sector employees
Private sector employees in the UAE will get Friday, June 27, as a paid holiday for Islamic New Year, marking the beginning of the Hijri year 1447 AH. Some employees who get Saturday as a weekend along with Sunday will enjoy a long weekend from June 27 to June 29, making it a 3-day weekend for them. Regular working hours are expected to resume on Monday, June 30. Public sector employees will also get similar days of holidays. A unified holiday policy implemented in the UAE for public and private sector workers ensures all employees get equal breaks throughout the year. The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (Mohre) announcement applies to all private sector employees in the country. The Islamic, or Hijri, calendar is based on lunar months, and the New Year begins on the first day of Muharram, the calendar's first month. The date was confirmed in line with the approved list of official holidays for 2025, issued by the UAE Cabinet.
