(UPDATES) PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Tuesday said 143 Filipino convicts in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have been pardoned by President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
The President said he thanked the UAE leader for granting the request in a phone call on Monday.
“I expressed my gratitude for the kindness extended to them, particularly their generous pardon of 143 Filipinos, which has brought relief to many families,” Marcos said.
PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. PHOTO BY MIKE ALQUINTO
He also thanked the UAE for its humanitarian aid in the wake of the recent typhoons and floods that struck the Philippines.
“It is always inspiring to hear how our Filipino workers continue to excel and make a positive contribution in the UAE,” Marcos said.
“Our nations share strong bonds, rooted in the values and aspirations of our peoples, and I look forward to strengthening this partnership in the years ahead,” he added.
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