A SMOOTH SAIL TO ABU DHABI: The EDE scans that have been introduced at the Abu Dhabi border checkpoints from today as a COVID-19 precautionary measure should be welcomed. It is hardly surprising that that the first Abu Dhabi-bound residents from other emirates who underwent the scans this morning found the process to be a breeze, as they were able to cross over in a matter of seconds. The authorities need to be lauded for ensuring that the public are not inconvenienced in any way while implementing necessary protocols and putting safety measures in place. [COMMENT BY: Sharmila Dhal, UAE Editor]