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Eid Al Adha 2026 UAE: Six-Day Holiday Starts May 26
Eid Al Adha 2026 UAE public holidays are officially confirmed, with a six-day break running from Tuesday 26 May through Sunday 31 May. One annual leave day taken on Monday 25 May extends the break to nine consecutive days. Here is everything you need to know before you book.
24 Apr 2026
Eid Al Fitr 2026 Dubai: Why Holiday Dates Stay Fixed
The UAE government has confirmed Eid Al Fitr 2026 in Dubai begins Thursday, March 19, giving residents a four-day long weekend. A 2025 UAE public holiday law lets the Cabinet shift some Islamic holidays — but Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha are permanently exempt, so the dates
7 Mar 2026
UAE Public Holidays 2026: Next Long Weekend Confirmed
The UAE Cabinet confirmed at least 12 public holidays for 2026. The next one is Eid Al Fitr, starting Thursday March 19 — giving employees in both sectors a four-day long weekend. Here's what you need to know, plus the full 2026 UAE holiday list.
27 Feb 2026
UAE Holidays 2026: Long Weekends and Public Breaks
UAE residents can look forward to several long weekends and extended public holidays in 2026, including a six-day Eid Al Adha break and a potential six-day stretch over National Day. The official 2026 public holiday calendar is confirmed by the UAE Cabinet.
19 Jul 2025
UAE AI Policy Approved to Lead Global Tech Governance
The UAE Cabinet, chaired by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, approved the country's international AI policy on six core principles — advancing the UAE's role in shaping global artificial intelligence governance and ethical technology standards.
12 Oct 2024
Mouza Al Suwaidi Appointed UAE Gender Balance Council Chief
The UAE Cabinet appointed Mouza Mohammed Al Suwaidi as Secretary-General of the UAE Gender Balance Council, signalling the nation's commitment to advancing women in leadership and decision-making roles.
17 Sep 2024
Sheikh Hamdan Named UAE Deputy PM and Minister of Defence
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, has been appointed UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed was simultaneously named a second Deputy PM, retaining his Foreign Affairs portfolio, in a sweeping cabinet reshuffle announced by
15 Jul 2024