The Leadership’s Order to Release Inmates from Correctional Facilities Upholds Human Values
In a move that reflects the United Arab Emirates’ commitment to human values, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, may God protect him, issued an order to release 1,440 inmates from correctional and penal facilities. This order comes in celebration of the blessed month of Ramadan and also includes His Highness covering the financial obligations incurred by these inmates. The leadership’s order to release inmates from correctional facilities embodies the principles that are a fundamental pillar of the country’s developmental renaissance and reflects values of tolerance and social cohesion.
The Importance of Pardon in Ramadan
His Excellency Dr. Hamad Saif Al Shamsi, Attorney General of the UAE, noted that this pardon coincides with the “Year of the Family,” highlighting the central role of the family in building society. The decision to release inmates from correctional facilities reinforces human values, as it represents an opportunity to reunite these individuals with their families during the holy month, strengthening family bonds and enhancing social cohesion.
Restorative Justice in the UAE
This act is a manifestation of the restorative justice embraced by the UAE. The legal system aims to achieve a balance between law enforcement and the opportunity for rehabilitation and reform. The leadership’s order to release inmates from correctional facilities demonstrates the state’s desire to reintegrate convicts into society as responsible individuals, contributing to sustainable development.
Gratitude and Appreciation for Leadership
His Excellency Al Shamsi expressed his deepest gratitude and appreciation to His Highness the President for this generous initiative. He affirmed that the leadership’s order to release inmates from correctional facilities reflects a civilized leadership vision that prioritizes humanity. He added that these initiatives promote values of compassion and tolerance, opening a new door for the released individuals to positively reintegrate into society.
He also expressed his gratitude to Their Highnesses, the members of the Supreme Council of Rulers of the UAE, for their continuous support of humanitarian initiatives. The wise directives of the rulers of the UAE are a fundamental pillar in enhancing family stability and preserving human dignity, which supports the country’s journey towards further progress and prosperity.