The UAE’s President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan has ordered the release of thousands of prisoners ahead of Ramadan.
The decision is set to benefit as many as 1,511 inmates in the country, serving various sentences.
Sheikh Khalifa has also pledged to settle their debts.
The initiative is aimed at giving them the chance to return to their families and start a new chapter in life.
UAE and Chad Presidents discuss strengthening cooperation
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Chad's leader Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno have discussed ways to strengthen partnership across a range of key sectors, including economy, trade, development and renewable energy.
DXB braces for three million travellers as summer getaway begins
Dubai International Airport (DXB) is preparing for one of its busiest periods of the year, with around three million passengers expected to pass through its terminals during the first half of July.
UAE makes rail history as first passenger train arrives in Abu Dhabi
The UAE has made history as the first passenger train from Fujairah arrived in Abu Dhabi's Mohamed bin Zayed City Station at 7:15 am on Tuesday.
Dubai strengthens focus on future-ready education
Dubai is moving ahead with new education initiatives aimed at strengthening learning outcomes, improving student wellbeing and equipping learners with future-ready skills.
