Abu Dhabi: The Federal Authority for Government Human Resources (FAHR) has announced that December 1 and 2, 2025, will be official holidays for employees of all federal ministries and government entities in celebration of the UAE’s 54th Eid Al Etihad.
Residents will be able to enjoy a four-day extended weekend, as the paid holidays fall alongside the preceding Saturday and Sunday. Work will resume on Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
The Authority extended its congratulations to the UAE leadership, citizens, and residents on the occasion, highlighting Eid Al Etihad as a time to honor the nation’s founders and reflect on the UAE’s enduring achievements and remarkable progress.
The Federal Authority for Government Human Resources announces The 54th Eid Al Etihad holiday for employees of federal ministries and federal entities pic.twitter.com/PKuvyrSif7
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54th Eid Al Etihad (Union Day) continues to bring together families and communities across generations. It serves as a powerful reminder of a proud and resilient past, a flourishing present, and a forward-looking future.
The term ‘Eid Al Etihad’ can be translated from Arabic as the ‘Festival of the Union.’ The name emphasizes ‘Etihad,’ meaning union, reflecting the core of the UAE’s national identity. It embodies the nation’s lasting values of heritage, strength, and pride. The annual National Day celebration marks the historic moment on December 2, 1971, when the seven emirates came together in unity to form the United Arab Emirates.
This year’s Union Day festivities across the emirates are expected to feature a wide array of cultural performances, heritage events, artistic showcases, and public activities, celebrating more than five decades of unity, development, and national pride.
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