Hiring freeze meets nationalization quota: how Gulf HR teams are coping
Gulf HR directors face a hard deadline in May 2026: nationalisation quotas are enforced with full penalties while hiring remains frozen across logistics, finance, and hospitality. The UAE’s June 30 Emiratisation target, Saudi Arabia’s new Nitaqat Mutawar phase, and updated fee structures in Qatar and Oman all carry immediate financial consequences. This article sets out what each country requires and how leading organizations are meeting targets without adding headcount.
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