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flexibility and responsiveness. As a result, key indicators, including employment
rates, workforce expansion, and labour market competitiveness have consistently
improved, reflecting a system built to adapt swiftly to evolving economic demands.

Recognising the dynamic nature of the global economy, the UAE revised its labour
laws to make the workforce more agile and future-ready. The 2022 UAE Labour Law
marked a turning point, legalising part-time work, temporary projects, remote work,
and job-sharing models, offering the kind of flexibility demanded by today’s workers
and businesses alike. The introduction of flexible work models and a variety of work
permit categories, including task-based and freelance permits, has granted both
employers and employees greater freedom to adjust working hours and locations to
suit evolving needs.

Moreover, visa reforms, particularly the Golden and Green Visas, have extended
opportunities for skilled professionals to build long-term careers in the country,
further reinforcing the UAE’s appeal as a global talent hub.

The UAE’s reforms are not only aimed at fulfilling the country’s ambitions, but also at
striking a careful balance. As new work models were introduced, the government
also implemented protective measures for workers. While the national
unemployment insurance scheme offers short-term income support during job
transitions, enhanced end-of-service benefits and upcoming universal health
coverage seek to provide long-term security. Such approaches represent a forward-
thinking model where economic competitiveness does not come at the expense of
worker wellbeing.

Sanjay Raghunath, Chairman and Managing Director at Centena Group

This combination of adaptability and protection has created a dynamic yet stable
labour environment, where companies can align talent with opportunity, and
individuals can pursue secure careers.

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