07 October 2016 – Twenty-nine (29) Filipinos are among the prisoners ordered released by His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of U.A.E. and Ruler of Abu Dhabi on the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan and Eid Al Adha, according to prison officials in Abu Dhabi Central Jail. Fifteen (15) were released during Ramadan while 14 were released or are to be released soon on the occasion of Eid Al Adha.

“I wish to thank the UAE Government for granting pardon to the 29 Filipinos detained in various Abu Dhabi jails.” said Philippine Ambassador to the UAE Constancio R. Vingno. Jr.

The Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi continues to remind Filipinos across the Emirates to respect U.A.E.’s laws, as well as their culture and tradition. The Embassy is conducting Post Arrival Orientation Seminars (PAOS) monthly in addition to hosting legal aid and seminars in the Embassy on a regular basis to guide the conduct of Filipinos in the U.A.E. END