UAE Celebrates Prophet's Birthday Anniversary on September 5th
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced a day off for all employees in the public and private sectors to celebrate the Prophet's Birthday. The decision was made by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs.
The Federal Authority for Government Human Resources and the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation made the announcement this week. In a circular, the Federal Authority confirmed that ministries and government entities will be closed on September 5. The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation also announced that private sector employees will receive a paid public holiday on the same day.
The holiday is inclusive of both public and private sector employees in the UAE, and it applies to all sectors. The Prophet's Birthday holiday is uniformly applied across the UAE, ensuring a consistent day off for all employees, regardless of sector.
The UAE leadership, citizens, residents, and the wider Arab and Islamic world were also extended greetings on this occasion. The authorities conveyed their congratulations and best wishes to the nation's leadership and people.
The holiday for the Prophet's Birthday is a significant event in the Islamic calendar, marking the anniversary of the Prophet Muhammad's birth. The UAE's decision to grant a day off for this holiday underscores the country's commitment to celebrating and honouring its Islamic heritage.
In conclusion, the Prophet's Birthday holiday will be observed on September 5, 2023, in the UAE. Both public and private sector employees will be granted a day off, and the holiday will be consistently applied across all sectors. The UAE leadership and authorities have extended their greetings to the nation and the wider Islamic world on this occasion.
