NEC committee to focus on data collection to finalise Periodic Report on Human Rights in the UAE

The meeting highlighted the importance of data collection to complete the report that is to be presented to the Human Rights Council, Geneva, in December.

MSFNCA website

The committee has developed a dedicated link on the MSFNCA website (www.mfnca.ae) that provides access to the public on the general outlines of the report.

They can express their views and make suggestions - an initiative that reflects the committee's commitment to maintaining accuracy and transparency in preparing the report.

During the meeting, inputs from all national parties engaged in monitoring human rights situations in the UAE were discussed. The inputs covered all aspects of human rights, political, social and economic. These underscored the legislative and constitutional attributes that have created an environment that respects human rights, which has made the UAE a safe and secure country for nationals and residents.

The report's methodology takes into account the uniqueness of UAE society and culture, its federal structure and constitutional institutions. It also outlines the rights protected by the constitution, laws, international agreements and protocols.

Dr Gargash said: "The Periodic Report evaluates the human rights policies and practices in the UAE, it also provides us with the international best practices and different models of implementing human rights protection. The report is a truly historical documentation of the UAE's achievements in human rights, which demonstrate the development process in the UAE."

Periodic Report

With the Periodic Report, the UAE highlights its contribution to international efforts in promoting and enhancing human rights across the globe. In this process, the achievements of various countries are assessed and the challenges identified. The report also strengthens networking and best practices in the field of human rights among nations and with the Human Rights Council.

The report monitors the application of human rights principles across several areas such as education, health and housing. It also discusses the social and developmental support offered by NGOs and civil society organizations which cover issues such as women's empowerment, human trafficking, children rights and others. The next phase will also feature more involvement for these organization as their remarks will be included in the first draft of the report.

In addition to representatives of governmental bodies, the UAE committee includes civil society organizations representatives who also participated in drafting the preliminary report.