FUJAIRAH – In a significant move to enhance public sector welfare, His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah, has promulgated Law No. (2) of 2025, introducing comprehensive amendments to the emirate’s Human Resources Law for government employees. The legislation, formally announced in mid-December, is scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2026, following its publication in the Official Gazette.
The groundbreaking reforms specifically address the stability of both legal and financial conditions for civil servants, incorporating substantial revisions to job grading structures, various allowances, and employee benefits. These changes build upon previously approved salary increases authorized under Law No. (1) of 2025, creating a cohesive framework for improved compensation packages.
Mohammed Saeed Al Dhanhani, Director of the Fujairah Amiri Diwan, emphasized that these amendments reflect Sheikh Hamad’s ongoing commitment to strengthening job security and living standards for government personnel. This initiative aims to establish greater work-life balance while simultaneously elevating the quality of public services delivered to the community.
From a strategic perspective, Mohammed Khalifa Al Zeyoudi, Director of Human Resources at the Government of Fujairah, highlighted the legislation’s dual purpose of attracting top-tier professional talent while motivating existing staff across local departments. The reforms apply equally to both Emirati citizens and foreign residents, demonstrating the emirate’s inclusive approach to workforce development.
The enhanced benefits package is expected to play a pivotal role in supporting Fujairah’s comprehensive development agenda across multiple sectors by ensuring dignified living standards for its public servants. This legislative advancement positions Fujairah as a progressive employer within the UAE’s public sector landscape, potentially setting benchmarks for other emirates to follow.