Manama, Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Chairman of the National Committee for Human Rights, praised the royal decree issued by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, pardoning inmates convicted in cases related to riots and criminal offenses. The minister said that the royal pardon of 1,584 inmates is part of a pioneering initiative aiming to balance justice, rule of law, and humanitarian aspects, providing them with opportunities to reintegrate into society with a fresh start. He praised HM the King's humanitarian approach and His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister's support for human rights and civil, political, economic, and social freedoms within a modern legislative and judicial framework. The minister praised Bahrain's advanced legislative and regulatory measures, including the Open Prisons Programme, which has received international accreditation from the American Correctional Association (ACA), and its legislative flexibility in replacing custodial sentences with alternative or multiple penalties. Dr. Al Zayani praised the royal pardon decree as a humanitarian initiative, reaffirming the kingdom's commitment to safety, stability, justice, national unity, peaceful coexistence, and a rejection of violence, extremism, and hatred. Source: Bahrain News Agency
Related Posts
Google Tests New Changes in Android 15 Operating System’s User Interface
Washington: Google is testing several new changes in the user interface in the Android 15 operating system, which is expected to launch the first beta version of this new system in April, including modifying the display of applications according to us…
Minister of State for International Cooperation Meets Ambassador of Malta
Doha: HE Minister of State for International Cooperation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Lolwah bint Rashid Al Khater met today with HE Ambassador of the Republic of Malta to the State of Qatar Simon Pullicino.
The meeting discussed cooperation re…
UAE leaders congratulate Sultan of Oman on accession anniversary
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a congratulatory message to Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said of Oman, on the anniversary of his accession to power.His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Pr…