Which country became the world's first country to transition to four-and-a half day work week?
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Option 1 : The UAE
The correct answer is The UAE.
- The United Arab Emirates has announced to change its existing five-day workweek to a four-and-a-half day starting January 1, 2022.
- It has become the world's first country to make the employee-friendly transition as part of its efforts to improve productivity and work-life balance.
- Monday to Thursday the work timings would be from 7.30 am to 3.30 pm, followed by a half-day on Friday.
- Saturdays and Sundays are full-day holidays under the new rule.
- Further, employees would be offered flexible working hours and work-from-home options on Friday.
- The new system will first be implemented in all federal government entities; schools, colleges, and private institutions are expected to follow suit.
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