Long weekend ahead as next Thursday declared public holiday in UAE

The United Arab Emirates has declared Thursday, December 24, 2015 as an holiday for public sector workers to observe the birthday of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) and to Ministry of Labour has also declared as an official paid holiday for the private sector.

Ministries and federal departments will resume work after the weekend on December 27, 2015.

Marking the Holy occasion, the minister sent his regards to President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, to Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, and to Their Highnesses Members of the Supreme Council and Rulers of the Emirates.

He wished citizens and residents of the UAE happiness and prosperity on the occasion, praying for further progress and wealth to all Arab and Islamic nations.

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