Etihad Airways has announced its decision to reduce staff pay by 10 per cent in a bid to offset the impact of the pandemic.
In a statement sent to ARN News, an Etihad spokesperson explained that the new payment scheme came into effect on September 1 and will continue until the end of the year.
This comes in the place of the earlier 25-50 per cent salary reductions.
In a statement, the Abu Dhabi-based carrier revealed that it has also reintroduced all staff allowances.
Wall Street soars as traders bet on potential war off-ramp
Wall Street ended sharply higher on Tuesday, lifted by speculation about a potential de-escalation in the Middle East conflict that has sent oil prices soaring and fuelled fears of global inflation in recent weeks.
US trade chief sees only limited role for WTO
The World Trade Organisation will play only a limited role in global trade policy after a failed ministerial meeting in Cameroon, US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said on Monday, vowing to seek alternative arrangements with like-minded countries.
Dubai South awards AED 2 billion contract for development of 'Hayat' project
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Australia to halve tax on fuel, underwrite spot cargoes
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Business leaders affirm strength of Dubai's diversified economic model
Leaders of Business Groups operating under the Dubai Chamber of Commerce say the emirate continues to build on a strong and resilient economic model, driven by diversification, close public-private sector collaboration, and the ability to respond quickly to global change.
Authorities have responded to an incident in the vicinity of Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD) that occurred due to a successful missile interception.
Authorities are urging the public to stay in a safe location as UAE defence systems respond to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has affirmed that the UAE is home to a respected and valued Iranian community, describing it as an integral part of the country’s social fabric.
