Over 152,000 Emiratis work in 29,000 private companies

POSITIVE PERCEPTION OF PRIVATE SECTOR CAREERS AMONG UAE NATIONALS

- BY ALI AL HAMMADI Reporter

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has announced that more than 152,000 Emiratis are working in over 29,000 private companies as of June 20, 2025, the deadline for meeting Emiratisation targets for the first half of the year.

MOHRE attributed this achievement to the success of the Nafis programme. It noted that beyond increasing employment figures, the initiative has also contributed to a more positive perception of private sector careers among UAE nationals. Enhanced competitiveness, skill development, and strategic involvement by Emiratis are helping drive business sustainability and national economic growth.

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