New Delhi, Nov. 15 -- The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced a two-day paid public holiday for private-sector employees to mark Eid Al Etihad 2026, the country's 55th Union Day celebrations.

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) announced that Wednesday, December 2, and Thursday, December 3, 2026, will be paid public holidays for all employees working in private-sector establishments across the country.

In a post on social media platform X, the ministry said the holiday announcement was made on the occasion of Eid Al Etihad 55.

"Wishing the UAE, its leaders, and its people health, pride, and prosperity," MoHRE said in its post.

The two-day holiday will apply to private-sector establishments across all seven e...