Government | Monday 15 April, 2024 10:51 am

Localizing insurance product sales jobs takes effect today

The decision issued by the Insurance Authority (IA) to localize all sales positions in insurance products goes into effect today, April 15. The decision stipulates that non-specialized sales employees will not receive any sales-related commissions. The IA will monitor the implementation...

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Government | Monday 15 April, 2024 8:41 am

Saudi Finance Minister Heads Kingdom's Delegation ‏to IMF-WBG 2024 Spring Meetings

His Excellency the Saudi Minister of Finance, Mr. Mohammed Aljadaan, will head the Kingdom's delegation at the International Monetary Fund and World Bank Group 2024 Spring Meetings, to be held April 15-20, 2024 in Washington, D.C., United States.   ‏The Saudi Delegation will...

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Government | Sunday 14 April, 2024 11:18 am

Labor claims in Saudi Arabia drop 23% to 35,200 in Q1 2024

The claims filed before the labor courts and circuits in Saudi Arabia decreased by about 23% to 35,200 in the first quarter of 2024, compared to the fourth quarter of 2023, Al-Eqtisadiah newspaper reported, citing a judicial source.   The labor cases varied between wage, allowance,...

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Government | Saturday 13 April, 2024 8:16 am

EU Council approves law targeting organised crime through asset recovery and confiscation

The Council of the European Union (EU) today adopted a law which sets out EU-wide minimum rules on the tracing, identification, freezing, confiscation and management of criminal property in connection with a wide range of crimes. The directive will better equip member states in their fight...

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Government | Thursday 11 April, 2024 8:26 am

Riyadh Municipality starts receiving qualification applications for future projects

The Riyadh Region Municipality invited qualified contracting companies with distinguished competence in the fields of implementing and developing roads, to submit their qualification applications.   In a statement, the municipality stated that the applications will be submitted via...

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Government | Tuesday 9 April, 2024 12:44 am

Saudi Arabia to celebrate Eid Al Fitr on Wednesday

Saudi Arabia will celebrate Eid Al-Fitr on Wednesday, April 10. It said the crescent of Shawwal was not sighted, adding that the fasting will continue tomorrow.    ...

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Government | Sunday 7 April, 2024 7:55 am

Abdullah bin Zayed chairs ADFD’s Executive Committee meeting

The Executive Committee of Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) held its first meeting for the year 2024, chaired by H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Vice Chairman of the ADFD’s Board of Directors, and Chairman of the Executive Committee. The virtual...

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Government | Saturday 6 April, 2024 7:08 am

HRSD launches initiative to improve contractual relationship for domestic workers

The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD) launched an initiative to improve the contractual relationship for domestic workers.   In a statement, the ministry indicated that the initiative regulates the procedures for unilaterally terminating the employment...

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Government | Friday 5 April, 2024 4:43 am

UAE Ministry of Finance spromotes social solidarity during the Holy Month of Ramadan

The UAE Ministry of Finance launched a series of community initiatives during the Holy Month of Ramadan, in line with its commitment to instil the values of giving within the society. These initiatives are part of the ministry’s ongoing efforts to empower people in need and improve their quality...

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Government | Wednesday 3 April, 2024 1:26 pm

SEDD intensifies inspection campaigns for Eid Al Fitr

The Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) announced its full readiness for Eid Al Fitr by intensifying inspection campaigns across various economic establishments in the emirate. This initiative aims to secure Sharjah's markets and guarantee the safety of all economic activities...

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