At the 43rd session of the Universal Periodic Review,
various delegations talked about the human rights situations in their
countries. The event noted UAE’s work towards human rights and climate change.
In recent years, the United Arab Emirates made progress in
the fields of education, healthcare, women empowerment, and sustainable
economic development.
Mr Ayman Nasry, Arab European Forum for Dialogue and HumanRights, highlighted the role of UAE in improving the human rights situation
across the Middle East region. Dr Manel Msalmi, Brussels-based human rights
activist and President of the Association for The Defense of Minorities, lauded
UAE’s efforts during the COVID-19 Pandemic. During the pandemic, the UAE sent
medical aid to various other countries. She also highlighted UAE’s role in
climate change. She noted that the UAE invested millions of dollars in the
field of climate action.
Dr Abdul Jabbar Al-Tayeb from the Bahrain Jurists Society
and Kossi Atsou from United Villages Organization talked about the human rights
situation in the UAE. In recent years, the UAE launched various initiatives to
protect the rights of women, children and migrant workers.
Mr. Isa Alarabi from Arab Union for Human Rights also talked
about the human rights situation in the UAE. The country gives respect to
everyone without any discrimination. The UAE enacted anti-discrimination laws
to protect the rights of people.
Dr Eric Gozlan from International Council for Diplomacy and
Dialogue showcased a presentation on UAE’s laws. Under Article 4 of the UAE
Labour Law, non-discrimination forced labour and discrimination are prohibited.
Article 30 of the UAE labour law prohibits termination of women's employment on
the basis of their pregnancy.
The UAE has always supported employees in various fields. It
also launched various financial incentives for employees in the private sector.
The UAE also cooperate with other countries to fight against
terrorism, terrorist financing, and extremism. It aims to fight all forms of
terrorism, extremism, violence, hatred, discrimination and incitement.