Category: Legal Matters

DUBAI, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, directed the dispatch of urgent humanitarian aid worth AED50 million to the brotherly Syrian people, in order to provide relief to those affected by the most devastating earthquake that the country has witnessed in decades.

His Highness affirmed that the United Arab Emirates is ready to support the Syrian brothers in facing this great calamity that befell them, indicating that the UAE will also stand by the Syrian people, and will continue to extend a helping hand to them until they overcome this ordeal, as an expression of its noble human values.

The aid will be delivered in the form of ration parcels through the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives to the most affected groups in brotherly Syria, many of whose regions were affected at dawn on Monday by the repercussions of the earthquake that claimed the lives of dozens of the Syrian people.

Since its establishment, the UAE has been keen to make humanitarian and development assistance an essential part of its foreign relations, and for years the UAE has topped the global lists of the largest donors in the field of official development assistance (ODA) in comparison to its national income. The urgent humanitarian aid to the brotherly Syrian people embodies the Ninth Principle of ‘’ The Principles of the 50’’ which states ‘’

The UAE’s foreign humanitarian aid is an essential part of its vision and moral duty towards less fortunate peoples and that the foreign humanitarian aid is not tied to religion, race, colour or culture.

Source: Emirates News Agency

The Dubai Police recently demonstrated another act of compassion by caring for the children of a widowed inmate until she is released. The mother, concerned that her children would be separated by social care institutions due to their different ages, had kept quiet about her children being home alone without care, electricity, or water for weeks.

Brigadier Marwan Abdul Karim Julfar, director of the General Department of Punitive and Correctional Establishments, explained that the women’s prison had received an inmate whose case is still pending in court.

“At first, the woman chose not to mention her children,” “but later, she opened up to our officers and expressed her concern about her three children being left alone in their flat, without water, electricity, a breadwinner or guardian,” he explained.

“Waiting for her wage arrears, the widow had gone through financial distress and failed to pay the due rent and utility bills,” Brig. Julfar added.

Brig. Julfar pointed out that the mother hid the fact that she had left her three children (aged 9, 12, and 15 ) alone at home, hoping she would be released within a few days to appeal her pending case.

“The inmate did not worry at first because she had asked a friend to look after the children and visit them from time to time until she is released,” he indicated.

Brig. Julfar confirmed that, in coordination with the Child Rights Protection Department of the Sharjah Social Services Department, they ensured the three children were not separated per the mother’s wish.

“The best solution was to find a foster family to receive them until the inmate is released from the prison,” “A Dubai Police female employee stepped in to embrace and care for the children until their mother is released. Meanwhile, our Humanitarian Care Department ensured the three children receive monthly expense payments and settled all overdue rent and utility bills,” he explained.

Colonel Jamila Al Zaabi, director of the Women’s Prison in Dubai, reaffirmed their keenness to embrace and support inmates until they serve their sentence and go back to the society and contribute to its progress and peace, adding that the Punitive and Correctional Establishments’ objective is also to help inmates start afresh by enrolling them in different rehabilitation, education, sports, cultural and religious programs.

“Once the inmate told us that she had left her children alone at home, we immediately contacted the Child Rights Protection Department of the Sharjah Social Services Department, who showed a high level of cooperation towards ensuring the children’s best interest. “We agreed that a foster family would receive the children legally and take care of them until their mother is released,” she continued.

Col. Al Zaabi confirmed that the three children are living together in good health and are in regular contact with their mother.

The inmate could not hold back her tears and extended her thanks to Dubai Police for their support and efforts to embrace her children and put a smile on their faces

Source: Dubai Police

The Department of Anti-Economic Crime at Dubai Police has arrested 497 accused and recorded 447 economic crime cases, and made confiscations with an estimated value exceeding AED1.4 billion.

According to Major General Jamal Salem Al-Jallaf, Director of the General Department of Criminal Investigations at Dubai Police, the arrests of those involved in economic crimes were made through a precise action plan in coordination with trademark partners, pointing out that regular meetings are held between brands’ representatives and officers of the Department of Anti-Economic Crime to explore methods and tools to detect counterfeit goods. He confirmed that Dubai has earned the confidence and trust of various prestigious international brands for its phenomenal efforts in combating economic crimes.

Dr Colonel Khalid Saleh Al Sheikh, Director of the Anti-Economic Crime Department, said that the cases varied between piracy, commercial fraud, counterfeiting, sorcery, and forgery. He confirmed that the Department works around the clock to combat economic crimes and they are present across various traditional and smart channels.

Colonel Al Sheikh noted that last year, the Department, through its three sections- the Anti-Counterfeits Section, the Anti-Fraud Section, and the Anti-Commercial Fraud and Piracy Section –recorded 447 cases involving 497 accused with AED 1,432,588,825 worth of seized goods, documents and items as follows:

• Counterfeits: 245 cases, 262 accused, and AED 1,270,226,110 worth of seized goods;

• Commercial Fraud: 154 cases, 167 accused, and AED 110,406,120 worth of seized items;

• Forgery: 48 cases, 68 accused, and AED 51,916,595 worth of seized items.

Colonel Al Sheikh further explained that the Department of Anti-Economic Crime at Dubai Police has been keen to organise training workshops in coordination with partners and trademark owners to develop the capabilities of personnel working in combating economic crimes.

Source: Dubai Police

His Excellency Expert Major General Khalil Ibrahim Al Mansouri, Assistant Commander-in-Chief for Criminal Investigation Affairs at Dubai Police, has honoured the task force behind ensuring the Al Muraqqabat Police Station is the first Dubai government service centre to receive a 6-star rating.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, had honoured teams of Al Muraqqabat Police Station for their unprecedented achievements at a ceremony.

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, was also present at the ceremony at the Za’abeel Palace.

Maj. Gen. Al Mansouri confirmed that the station, which was inaugurated by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum on 5 November 2019, is the first traditional police station to become a smart police station within the framework of Dubai Police’s plan to transform all its police stations into smart stations offering services 24/7 without human intervention.

He pointed out that the efforts exerted by the Station’s employees significantly contributed to reducing the crime rate and increasing the sense of security coverage in the jurisdiction area, emphasizing the necessity to sustain exceptional efforts to maintain the highest levels of safety and security.

The Al Muraqqabat Police Station, which offers 27 services in seven languages, has completed more than 100,000 transactions to date. It has also increased security coverage in the Al Muraqqabat area to 100% and achieved a response time of 1.5 minutes for emergencies. Since its inauguration, 105 international delegates have visited the Station to learn about its best practices and operations.

Source: Dubai Police

The Dubai Police has reported a significant increase in visitors to the Force’s museum in the past year, with a total of 4,476 visitors, including 3,139 virtual visitors via the Dubai Police smart app. This represents a 20% increase in visitors compared to the previous year, when the museum received 3,698 visitors.

The museum, which is the first corporate museum affiliated by a government agency to be certified by the Dubai Culture, is dedicated to showcasing the history and achievements of Dubai Police. The increase in virtual visitors can be attributed to the ease and comfort of using the Dubai Police smart app, which allows users to explore the museum and its exhibits from the comfort of their own home.

“We are thrilled to see such a high level of engagement with our museum, both in person and through our virtual platform,” said Brigadier Ali Khalfan Al Mansouri, Director of the General Department of Community Happiness at Dubai Police. “Dubai Police smart app has allowed us to reach a wider audience and provide an immersive, interactive experience for visitors of all ages. We are proud to be the first corporate museum affiliated by a government agency certified by Dubai Culture and this is a testament to the quality and relevance of our exhibits.”

The museum documents the Force’s history of security excellence and displays the Force’s most prominent achievements and innovations. It also features a range of interactive exhibits, including a virtual reality simulation of a police chase, a replica of a police station, and an exhibition of historic police uniforms and equipment. The museum also offers guided tours in multiple languages.

“We are constantly working to improve and expand our offerings, and we look forward to welcoming even more visitors in the coming year,” Al Mansouri added.

The Dubai Police Museum is open to the public and is located at the Dubai Police General HQ in Al Tawar area. Members of the public can request a visit via Dubai Police’s website and app.

Source: Dubai Police

DUBAI, The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has announced that the number of participants in the Customer First Forum has reached over 8,200 participants across its 45 sessions held as part of the initiative, since its launch in October 2022.

The forum’s virtual sessions aim to respond to queries of the employers and the employees in the private sector, besides assisting the UAE nationals seeking employment on issues related to Emiratisation, labour market legislation, and procedures for benefitting from the Ministry’s services.

The sessions also seek feedback and suggestions from all parties involved.

In a press release, the Ministry stressed “the forum’s importance in enhancing direct communication and partnership between the Ministry and the private sector, as an interactive platform that allows the private sector and customers to understand the developments in labour market legislation, including resolutions and regulations related to Emiratisation and labour relations, which is part of the UAE government’s digital participation policies.”

It said that “its approach focuses on engaging customers in the development of decisions and services. The forum provides a positive experience by responding to and benefiting from the feedback and suggestions of customers, in line with the UAE government’s approach to creating new experiences in providing services that meet the needs of people and live up to their aspirations.”

The Ministry indicated that “it will continue to hold the Customer First Forum’s sessions to align the Ministry’s services with the aspirations of its customers, understand their needs and seek their feedback and raise their awareness of services, procedures and resolutions”.

The forum’s 45 sessions discussed the Cabinet’s Resolution to raise Emiratisation levels of skilled jobs by 2 percent annually in establishments with 50 or more employees effective 2022, and increase the Emiratisation levels to 10 percent by the end of 2026, as well as financial contributions imposed on establishments for failing to achieve these targets, amounting to AED 72,000 for each Emirati not appointed during 2022 (at the rate of AED 6,000 per month), which will increase progressively at a rate of AED 1,000 annually until 2026.

The sessions also discussed the NAFIS programme and support packages and incentives for distinguished establishments that make qualitative achievements in training and employing Emiratis in line with the objectives of the program, including joining the Emiratisation Partners Club, which raises the establishment’s classification to the first category in the Ministry’s system – entitling them to up to 80 percent discounts for availing the Ministry’s services.

The forum addressed the regulations of the Wage Protection System, self-assessment for establishments, and the ministerial resolutions regulating the Federal Decree Law No. 33 on the regulation of labour relations and the Federal Decree Law No. 9 on domestic workers, as well as the unemployment insurance scheme’s benefits and procedures, and support mechanisms for SMEs, in addition to procedures for submitting labour complaints.

The forum sessions also included the Ministry’s package of services provided through various channels to facilitate the journey of availing these services.

Source: Emirates News Agency