His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, joined National Guard personnel engaged in patrolling duties in Hatta, Dubai, for Iftar. His Highness interacted with troops following a tour of the area during which he took stock of the operational aspects of military units posted in the border areas. During his visit, His Highness exchanged Ramadan greetings with members of the National Guard and was apprised about their schedule during the Holy Month of Ramadan. His Highness Sheikh Hamdan conveyed the appreciation of the leadership and the community for the armed forces protecting the country’s borders, commending their steadfast dedication to safeguarding the nation and its achievements. He highlighted the vital role of the National Guard units in upholding the nation’s security and stability, working tirelessly around the clock while having to stay away from their families, especially through the Blessed Month. Furthermore, His Highness emphasised the importance of recognising those who go about their jobs diligently during fasting hours and even through Iftar time to ensure that communities far and wide continue to have seamless access to vital services without any disruption to normal life.

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, met with a group of Emirati educators from Dubai’s private education sector, along with retired Emirati teachers, at Etihad Museum on the occasion of Emirati Day for Education. The meeting was held in the presence of His Excellency Abdulla Mohammed Al Basti, Secretary General of The Executive Council of Dubai, and Her Excellency Aisha Miran, Director General of the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA). His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed said that under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, and the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the UAE continues to strengthen its position as a leading global education destination. By placing human development at the core of its priorities, the nation continues to drive comprehensive progress, equipping the education sector with the necessary resources and recognising teachers as the foundation of the learning and development process, he said. His Highness praised teachers for their unwavering dedication, integrity, and role in instilling patriotism, belonging, and authentic Emirati values in future generations. He also ...

Following the directives of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister andMinisterofDefenceof the UAE,and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, the Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR) has approved a flexible working hours and remote work policy for Dubai government employees during the Holy Month of Ramadan 1446Hijri(2025). This policy aligns with the leadership’s announcement of 2025 as the “Year of Community” and reflects Dubai Government’s commitment to fostering an optimal work environment while promoting community values. The policy grants Dubai government employees up to three flexible working hours, provided they complete 5.5 hours from Monday to Thursday and three hours on Friday. Furthermore, employees are permitted to work remotely for up to two days a week, depending on the job requirements, work conditions, and the nature of their responsibilities. The policy mandates that employees should coordinate with their direct managers to ensure smooth operations and maintain productivity, ensuring no disruption to daily tasks in the interest of public service. This initiative is part of Dubai’s ongoing commitment to creating the best possible work environment for government employees, enhancing their comfort, and motivating them to increase productivity. ...