Arab Finance: Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly has issued a decree declaring Thursday, June 18th, 2026, an official paid holiday for the Islamic Hijri New Year, as per a statement.
The holiday will be observed on June 18th instead of the Gregorian date corresponding to the first day of Muharram 1448 AH, which will be determined based on the official sighting of the new moon.
The decree applies to employees of ministries, government agencies, public authorities, local administration units, public-sector companies, and public business sector companies.
Students' exams scheduled for that day will proceed as planned, according to timetables set by the relevant authorities.
