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December 30, 2008
Letters to the Editor: December 30, 2008
- Gulf News
- Published: 23:33 December 29, 2008
Expressing gratitude
While browsing through Gulf News, one can see many reports about the traffic situation in Dubai, but very few about Sharjah. However, the traffic situation in Sharjah has improved, especially on Emirates Road during the morning hours. I request the residents of Sharjah, who commute to Dubai, to send flowers and express their gratitude to the Sharjah Police for their wonderful work! If all heavy vehicles and buses maintain a specific distance between one another, this congestion may reduce further. In such a case, cars and other light vehicles would be able to change lanes with ease and take the exits without any difficulty.
From Mr R. Payyoor
Dubai
Not a complaint
Its not necessary for all letters published in Gulf News to be complaints, especially by people who write in to express their issues with acquiring the Emirates Identity card. Recently, our entire family applied for the identity card, which were delivered to our house within 10 days. I would like to commend the authorities for doing a good job with organising everything, in a professional manner.
From Ms Ann Cools
Abu Dhabi
Preserving legacy
It is shocking that certain developers would damage the cultural heritage of this country ("Jebel Ali's secret cavern is lost for ever", Gulf News, December 25). Skyscrapers can be built anywhere at any time, but if the historic mountains and caves are destroyed, they cannot be recreated. The national heritage sites should be identified and immediate steps should be taken to preserve them.
From Dr Sailendra N. Das
Dubai
Lost heritage
This is in reference to the report on the caves in Jebel Ali, in Dubai. Before a developer initiates a construction project at a site, they should take permission from the authorities, such as the archaeological survey department. In the case of the caves in Jebel Ali, the developers should not have been so careless about the site. Once lost, these caves can never be "constructed" again.
From Ms Dhanya
Abu Dhabi
Full name withheld by request
Unattended garbage
Making way through the inner alleys of Sharjah, whether in cars or on foot, is a nightmare. The overflowing and stinking trash bins occupy a major portion of the alleys and at times end up in the middle of the road. When the garbage trucks come to collect the waste, a lot of garbage is dropped on the roads, in the process of loading. The authorities concerned need to look into this issue and find a solution.
From Mr Giriraj S. Rathore
Sharjah
Equal commission
House rents are quite high in Abu Dhabi. However, we are still unable to find suitable accommodation. Additionally, if we approach the watchman of a building to enquire about vacant apartments, they demand a commission. If the rent of an apartment is Dh5,000 per month, the watchman asks for Dh5,000 commission. If the situation persists, how can someone manage to find appropriate accommodation? The concerned authorities should take necessary action to resolve this issue.
From Mr Mohammad Ghouse
Abu Dhabi
Fell in love
I have been reading Gulf News for the past six months and I have to say that I fell in love with the newspaper from the start. I make it a point to read the paper every day. However, I am leaving for India soon and would like to commend the staff at Gulf News for the good work. Hence forth, I will continue to read the newspaper online.
From Ms Srividhya Balaji
Dubai
Slowdown
Although it is a good decision by banks to safeguard themselves and become more secure, I think the banking sector should not forget that if they do not lend retail products, there will be a slowdown in the buying power of people ("Banks to tighten lending further", Gulf News, December 28). The majority of the population in the region comprises of middle-income residents. In this case, there will be an obvious increase in defaults and it may eventually affect the defaulter ratio of banks.
From Mr Purshotam
Dubai
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Uncharted waters
Banks have now entered uncharted economic waters. This calls for creative and collaborative strategies. It can be done by recapitalising and assisting customers to steer through this crisis. The goal is to achieve stability and reinvigorate economic growth.
From Mr M. Chatur
Dubai
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Tough lending
Banks have truly tightened the reins on lending. I am looking for a loan to pay off my Dh8-million villa and have been unable to acquire one at a reasonable rate.
From Mr Dave
Dubai
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Go solo
Like other emirates, Umm Al Quwain would be better off, if it has its own cricket club ("Sharjah bans UAQ tournaments", Gulf News, December 28).
From Mr Abdul Rahman
Ajman
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Drastic step
I strongly believe the ban is unnecessary and should not be implemented for the sake of cricket. I am a regular player in most of the emirates and I think the Sharjah Cricket Council should not have taken such a drastic decision.
From Mr Subeer Jamal
Ajman
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Work together
It is not difficult to guess who is in charge in Pakistan ("India-Pakistan ties are getting messier", Gulf News, December 27). The military seems to have the final say on national security and foreign policy. India and Pakistan should work together to combat terrorism.
From Mr Sulaiman
Berkshire, United Kingdom
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