MoHRE has called on private sector companies to meet Emiratisation targets of 2023, before the end of December

Companies in the private sector with 50 workers or more are urged by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratization (MoHRE) to fulfil the Emiratization objectives of 2023 by the end of December. This entails a two percent increase in the Emiratization of skilled professions.

Companies who "fail to comply with annual Emiratization targets will be required to pay financial contributions starting from January 2024, in line with Emiratization policies and decisions," according to a statement released by the Ministry on Monday.

"The Nafis platform, which gives access to a sizable pool of qualified UAE citizens with expertise in a variety of sectors, can help companies that have yet to fulfil their commitments fill their open positions," the MoHRE stated.

Companies were advised by the Ministry not to seek to circumvent Emiratization goals or participate in fraudulent Emiratization.

The Ministry highlighted the "efficiency of its inspection system in detecting such practices" and said that "harmful practices that aim to avoid commitments will be dealt with firmly and according to the law."

The Ministry outlined the advantages and benefits that companies receive when they become members of the Emiratization Partners Club. These include a reduction of up to 80% in the service fees charged by MoHRE, priority in the government procurement system, joint ventures with the Ministry of Finance, and access to the Nafis program's benefits for both individuals and companies. These advantages, together with others, support their business expansion needs and guarantee excellence.