The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has abolished penalties for alcoholism and attempted suicide and passed amendments to the law allowing unmarried couples to live together.According to Gadin.Net, this was reported by RIA Novosti.It is said that after the approval of the changes, those over the age of 21 in the Arab country can now drink alcohol, both in private and in public places.
Previously, only non-Muslim tourists and foreigners (over the age of 21) were allowed to do so.The changes abolish criminal prosecution for attempted suicide and allow single couples to live together.In addition, the country will toughen penalties for harassing women.