The National Election Committee has approved the final list of candidates for the 2019 Federal National Council elections after endorsing all withdrawal applications.
In total, 479 UAE nationals are now permitted to continue their electoral campaigns as they compete for 20 seats on the UAE's legislative body.
Candidates are not allowed to submit withdrawal applications after the release of the final list.
The elections are set to be held on October 5.
More than 330,000 Emiratis are eligible to vote in what will be the largest ever FNC election.
Abu Dhabi court jails teacher for assaulting 4 students
UAE Cabinet approves AED 292.5 billion for 2027-2029
UAE carriers cancel more flights to Saudi Arabia
Dubai arrests group over fake Google reviews targeting company
UAE to train 50 young content creators on water sustainability
UAE condemns continued Houthi attacks on Riyadh airport
Sheikh Abdullah, Dutch FM discuss strengthening economic relations
