99.9% of UAE firms observed the country's midday break regulations this year. That’s according to the Ministry of Labour, which says it’s the highest success rate since the implementation of the rule 11 years ago. The annual regulation makes it compulsory for companies to give outdoor workers a break for two and a half hours every afternoon from June to September. Statistics released by the ministry show that only 58 violations were recorded in 65,262 field inspections conducted this year.
UAE air defences intercept 10 missiles, 50 drones on Sunday
UAE air defences detected and successfully intercepted 9 ballistic missiles, 1 cruise missile and 50 drones launched from Iran on Sunday, the Ministry of Defence confirmed.
Operations at Abu Dhabi's Borouge Petrochemicals suspended due to fallen debris
Authorities in Abu Dhabi are responding to multiple fires at the Borouge Petrochemicals Factory on Sunday due to fallen debris from air defence interceptions.
Dubai Police seize 1,230 vehicles under 'Quiet Roads' initiative
Dubai Police has seized 1,230 vehicles and issued 33,372 fines as part of a campaign targeting disruptive driving in residential areas, the force said on Sunday.
UAE air forces respond to incoming missile threats on Sunday
The UAE announced it is responding to incoming missile threats from Iran, with an alert issued by the National Emergency and Crisis Management Authority (NCEMA) on its official channel on Sunday at 6:33 am.
UAE President and Italy's Giorgia Meloni hold talks in Abu Dhabi
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has reiterated the impact of the regional military escalation on maritime security and global economy during talks with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Abu Dhabi.
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UAE President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s visit to the US to boost economic and technology ties including AI.
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