Dubai announces start of gratuity savings scheme for some expats

An end-of-service savings scheme announced for expatriates working in Dubai Government departments will protect their rights, a top official has said.

It will offer them opportunities to invest or protect their end-of-service benefits, said Abdullah Al Basti, secretary-general of the Executive Council of Dubai.

This came as the Steering Committee of the ‘Savings Scheme for Foreign Employees in the Government of Dubai’ announced the scheme’s enrolment and implementation mechanism.

Al Basti, who is also chairman of the Steering Committee, said: “The Savings Scheme will play a key role in enhancing the economic and social stability that #Dubai offers its employees.”

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