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Al Etihad
28-05-2025
- Al Etihad
Saif bin Zayed chairs UAE Anti-Drug Council meeting
28 May 2025 20:50 ABU DHABI (WAM)His Highness Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, presided over a meeting of the UAE Anti-Drug Council, which was attended by all council members representing the various ministries and agencies engaged in combating meeting reviewed the most significant developments in anti-drug efforts and assessed the outcomes of the first quarter of the initiatives launched by the national committees established under the framework of the National Anti-Drug Strategy for the session, the Council adopted the slogan 'A Conscious Family… A Safe Society' as the official theme for the UAE's observance of the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, marked annually on June 26 across the globe. This theme underscores the pivotal role of the family and society in shielding children and protecting future Council reaffirmed the necessity of unifying efforts and integrating vital functions with the relevant authorities, driven by a profound sense of national duty and an unwavering commitment to shielding the UAE and its society from all threats to its security and safety. This approach reflects the directives of the wise leadership, which places the individual at the heart of national priorities and addresses cross-border challenges with firm resolve to preserve the fabric of society, uphold its values, and shape a more secure and stable future. The Council also urged all members of society to participate actively in the fight against drugs by reporting any information that may assist in combating this scourge, emphasising that collective national effort is the most powerful weapon for safeguarding the country and its people.
Jordan News
22-05-2025
- Health
- Jordan News
Faraya Praises Anti-Narcotics Department's Efforts in Addiction Treatment - Jordan News
Jordan's Minister of Interior, Mazen Faraya, accompanied by Public Security Director Major General Dr. Obaidallah Maaytah, visited the Addiction Treatment Center run by the Anti-Narcotics Department on Thursday to review its ongoing efforts in providing medical, therapeutic, and social services to individuals seeking recovery from drug addiction. اضافة اعلان During the visit, Minister Faraya emphasized the importance of implementing Royal directives to intensify national efforts in combating drug abuse, strengthening cooperation among relevant institutions, and encouraging individuals struggling with addiction to seek treatment. He commended the pioneering role of the Public Security Directorate in establishing a specialized treatment center offering advanced psychological and therapeutic services. The center also provides post-treatment follow-up and care, all free of charge and funded by the PSD, reflecting a strong belief in the value of dedicated rehabilitation facilities for drug users. Faraya also praised the confidential procedures at the center, noting that the strict privacy surrounding treatment helps encourage individuals and families to seek help voluntarily, without fear of legal repercussions—thus increasing chances of recovery and reintegration into society. Major General Maaytah reaffirmed the PSD's continued commitment to field, awareness, and treatment efforts within the framework of the National Anti-Drug Strategy. He announced plans to establish two new treatment centers in northern and southern Jordan, in addition to creating dedicated treatment units inside correctional facilities, similar to the one at Birayn Rehabilitation Center. The visit included a tour of the center's medical, rehabilitation, and recreational facilities. Officials were briefed on treatment protocols, recovery programs, and the step-by-step rehabilitation process. The center has already provided services to hundreds of individuals, significantly improving the well-being of many families.
