UAE President pardons 2,937 inmates ahead of 54th Union Day

Abu Dhabi: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has ordered the release of 2,937 inmates from correctional institutions in the UAE on the occasion of the country’s 54th Union Day celebrations.

The pardon reflects his keenness to provide the released inmates with an opportunity to begin a new chapter in their lives and reintegrate with their families and communities.

The relevant authorities have been instructed to initiate the necessary procedures to ensure that those covered by the pardon can return to their families as soon as possible.