His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice- President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has issued decree No.15 of 2013, amending some of the regulations stated in decree No. 4 of 2011 by which fishermen in Dubai are given monthly salaries.
The decree comes to reaffirm His Highness’s keenness on supporting the traditional fishing profession as a historical heritage in the UAE, encouraging more Emirati fishermen to engage in the profession, and ensuring the best conditions for them including modern establishments and ports.
The decree includes the perquisites for the salary, granted by His Highness two years ago, to enable a larger part of the fishermen community to benefit from privilege. The decree lowers the years required for membership in Dubai Fishermen Cooperative Association, from 15 to 10. The decree also states that this salary will be directly granted to active Emirati fishermen.
It also guarantees the salary for fishermen who have been in the profession for over 20 years, or have passed 60 years of age, or in case of injury, accident or a disability that would hinder his work even if he’s been a member in the cooperative for less than 10 years.
The decree is expected to leave positive impact on the fishermen community, encouraging its individuals to continue practicing this profession as a traditional and historical heritage that must be preserved.
2013 Khaleej Times