The new requirements will take effect from the 2025/2026 academic year and apply to every UAE private school in the country, regardless of curriculum
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UAE, Bahrain and Oman evacuate citizens from Iran; more than 20 countries including India, China and US step up repatriation
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UAE announces major government changes
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Americana in talks to acquire Five Guys in the region: reports
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