publicly eat, drink, chew or smoke between sunrise and sunset. Exceptions are made for pregnant women, children, and diabetics or anyone else who cannot fast. The law applies to both Muslims and non-Muslims, and failure to respect the Islamic tradition results in fines. Designated cafes and restaurants operate in the morning but with decreased operation hours and cater to non-Muslims or people who are not fasting. See also Religion in the United Arab Emirates Islam by country References United Arab Emiratesy