There is no doubt that the decrees issued yesterday (Tuesday) by UAE President, H.H. Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, were another kind gesture added to a his long record of magnanimity, which reflects his deep love for his people and extolls loyalty and faithfulness of the sons and daughters of this nation.
“This generosity of salary increase for federal government employees, which coincides with the 40th anniversary of the UAE National Day, came as a ‘happy surprise’ for all employees of internal and external institutions and agencies of the federal government. It does not only prove His Highness’ total awareness of the issues and grievances of the sons and daughters of this nation, but also proves his commitment to ensuring comfortable and better life for his people,” Al-Turifi said in a comment.
He pointed out that the latest generosity is also a clear message to the whole world that the UAE economy is still vibrant and resilient, having successfully passed all the test of time to prove its strong immunity. “It is also a proof that the UAE economy has all it takes to achieve more development and prosperity, thanks to the wise leadership of the country’s leadership, it has survived all the economic challenges that have engulfed the great economies of the world, in Europe, America and other parts of the world,” he said.
“Sheikh Khalifa’s hike of the social welfare benefits, his decree setting up a AED10 billion special fund for studying and solving the problem of loans contracted by low-income group of UAE nationals and his decree which provides solution to the issue of children born by UAE national women from their marriage with expatriate, by giving those children the right to obtain UAE citizenship to enjoy same citizenship rights at the age of 18 years, reflects the true picture of the UAE President’s humanitarian and noble qualities,” he said, adding that by announcing these generous decisions on the UAE national day, Sheikh Khalifa has doubled the happy mood of his people and has made the occasion a very memorable and happy one, which will go a long way to further instill in his people the true sense of nationalism and patriotism.
Al-Turifi said Sheikh Khalifa’s deep commitment to providing decent housing and plot of land to all Emiratis living in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi falls within the framework of this new policy drive aimed at achieving social stability and ensuring a better future for his people.
Turning on UAE President’s decree setting up an annual presidential appreciation award, Al-Turifi said the initiative reflects Sheikh Khalifa’s appreciation of good and creative works by the sons and daughters of this nation, adding that it also reflects his deep commitment to promoting excellence, seeking of knowledge and dedication to work, in a way that would improve scientific research, arts and culture, to spur the development of this nation in all areas of life.