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UAE Lowers Legal Age of Adulthood to 18 Under New Federal Law

The reform reduces the age of full legal capacity from 21 lunar Hijri years to 18 Gregorian years, aligning civil and criminal responsibility standards with existing labor and juvenile legislation.
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UAE Announces Upcoming Hijri New Year Public Holiday Arrangements

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Dubai Hills Mall Introduces Enhanced Parking Compliance Measures

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