Emiratis must be given priority when applying for jobs in 160 private-sector positions, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, acting in his capacity as the country’s prime minister, tweeted on Sunday. About 80% of the population of the U.A.E., the Arab world’s second-largest economy, are foreigners. will create 20,000 jobs for citizens over the next three years across sectors spanning aviation, telecommunications, banking, insurance and real estate. “Managerial" positions in government institutions will be limited to Emiratis, Sheikh Mohammed said. “Supporting Emiratization is not incompatible with our ongoing efforts to attract global talent in all fields," Sheikh Mohammed wrote.

Source: Mint September 30, 2019 03:22 UTC