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UAE Labour Authority Lists Overtime Pay Rates and Working Conditions for Private Sector

The UAE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation this week published overtime pay rules for private sector workers that mandate additional compensation of 25 per cent for extra hours while…

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Democrats’ US Midterm Sweep Triggers Initial Global Market Turmoil Before Rebound

Democrats gained control of both chambers of Congress in the November 4, 2026 US midterm elections, causing early declines in global stocks and AI shares on regulatory fears before markets…

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Bahraini MP Calls for Nighttime Inspections in Juffair and Adliya to Address Resident Complaints

On November 4, 2026, MP Dr Hassan BuKhammas submitted a proposal to…

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UAE to Enforce Nine-Hour Daily Driving Limit for All Motorists from 2027

The UAE will prohibit all drivers from spending more than nine hours…

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Federal Regulations Cap UAE Driving Time at Nine Hours Daily From 2027 to Reduce Fatigue Risks

UAE drivers will be limited to nine hours behind the wheel in…

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Kuwait Streamlines Public Contracts With Higher Procurement Threshold Under Amended Law

Kuwait has raised the threshold for government contracts awardable without Central Agency…

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