Remote work system has been activated for 70 per cent of Umm Al Quwain's government employees as a precautionary measure against COVID-19.
It is applicable to those staff whose nature of work does not require them to be in office.
The emirate's executive council said the move will be in place till the end of January.
It has called on employees coming to the workplace to continue to follow the safety protocols, including adequate social distancing.
UAE air defences respond to missile, drone threats
The UAE’s air defence systems are actively responding to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran.
Four injured after debris incident at Khor Fakkan port
Authorities in Sharjah say four people have been injured in an incident at Khor Fakkan port on Sunday, after debris fell during a successful air defence interception.
UAE and Syrian Presidents review regional developments
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held a phone call with his Syrian counterpart Ahmed Al-Sharaa, during which they discussed the close, fraternal relations between their countries and ways to strengthen cooperation.
Dubai sends 96 tonnes of medical aid to Afghanistan
Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and the Ruler of Dubai, Dubai Humanitarian has sent 96 tonnes of medical aid to Afghanistan.
Dubai to open 35 new parks this year, Municipality says
Dubai Municipality announced on Sunday it is set to open 35 parks in 2026 as part of its long-term urban development strategy.
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