Expatriates to help maintain security

Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi Police will soon start enrolling expatriate organisations for community policing, a senior official told Gulf News on Tuesday.

"We have completed the preparations to enrol expatriate organisations with the proposed Crime Prevention Council announced by Lt General Shaikh Saif Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Interior, in December 2007 as part of Golden Jubilee celebrations of Abu Dhabi Police," said Major General Nasser Salem Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Minister of Interior's office.

He spoke to Gulf News on the sidelines of a two day symposium on "the role of security in consolidating the national identity" organised by the Centre of Research and Security Studies at Abu Dhabi Police General Headquarters.

The event was held under the patronage of Lt General Shaikh Saif Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Interior. Senior officials, academicians and experts are attending the symposium which ends today.

Al Nuaimi said the existing community policing and the proposed 'Crime Prevention Council' are pioneering steps in Arab world. "The participation of the residents is very crucial in preventing the crimes. If the residents can inform the police about the suspicious or criminal activities, timely action can be taken," said the official.

"Large numbers of Abu Dhabi residents are doing the same and we give them rewards regularly. We also want the feedback from the public about the performance of the Police," said Al Nuaimi.

Regarding the role of police in preserving national identity, he said Abu Dhabi Police will make aware of the Emiratis about national identity. "We will request expatriates to respect the local culture," he said

In his paper on 'National Identity and Abu Dhabi Police Strategy' in activating community participation, presented at the symposium, he said community's involvement in policing is very crucial for consolidating the national identity.

Would you like to be a part of such a club? How can you contribute to the community? Fill in the form below to send your comments.

Yes, I want to be a part of this to work for the best interest of all people. We need to continue to improve all our means and ways for the welfare of this country.
Mohammad
Dubai,UAE
Posted: November 26, 2008, 14:30

I would love to contribute if someone would show me how to.
Monique
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Posted: November 26, 2008, 12:22

The expatriate community will certainly be able to do something for this nation.
Mohammad Saad
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Posted: November 26, 2008, 11:24

I would like to join this club and contribute in such activities for national security.
Mustafa
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Posted: November 26, 2008, 11:14

This is a very good idea. Prior to moving to Dubai I was a Special Police Constable with Grampian Police in Aberdeen. We were trained in all aspects of Community Policing, whereby we would work in an area and get to know the residents and build relationships. The relationships we made were also our eyes and ears, where we would receive information on what was happening and who was doing what. Therefore, the community being involved can reduce crime. I would support this 100 per cent. At the end of the day things that happen in the community affects everyone so we should all do our share to protect it.
Danny Murray
Dubai,UAE
Posted: November 26, 2008, 10:47

This move will contribute largely to a more positive social society, where expatriates and Emiratis live harmoniously. People forget that it is their responsibility to care and protect their fellow residents, be it neighbours, co-workers or family.
Mohammad
Sharjah,UAE
Posted: November 26, 2008, 10:35

I think this is a very good idea.
Nisrine D.
Dubai,UAE
Posted: November 26, 2008, 10:29

I want to be a part of this club to help our enviroment and have our surroundings safe and secure.
Uma Shanker Pandey
Dubai,UAE
Posted: November 26, 2008, 10:03

How will expatriates help secure the country if they acnnot even secure a bed?
Suta De Bastos
Dubai,UAE
Posted: November 26, 2008, 09:28

More people should be involved in the process of combating crime. In fact, clubs formed by expatriate residents will go a long way in nabbing the criminals from time to time. It is important because sometimes people become careless when they know that they are not watched by a closely knit community. Clubs will create a sense of safety and security for people and would caution the criminals. Many major crimes have been solved with the community's involvement.
Latha Narasimhan
Sharjah,UAE
Posted: November 26, 2008, 09:02

Back in East Africa where I grew up, crime rate was high. The community, with the help of the police, started "SunguSungu", which is the name given for the club to guard the community. It is a great initiative and a success so I would join if such a club was started in UAE.
Hassan Al Jabri
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Posted: November 26, 2008, 08:45

I would like to help and sustain the country's peace and security. How can I be a part of it?
Jun Adrian Nasis
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Posted: November 26, 2008, 08:02

Let me know how I can become a club member.
Sudheer Kumar
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Posted: November 26, 2008, 07:30

Yes I would definitely like to be a part of this club. Please tell me how to get in contact with this club.
Tony Soares
Abu dhabi,UAE
Posted: November 26, 2008, 07:08

I would love to serve this country as it has given me so much. I think the UAE police is an excellent team. They are very dedicated people and are always there for you. When we see such people, we too get inspired. It would be a dream come true for me to be in such a club. Whatever I am told to serve the country, I am all set to do it. Whether it is to help in reducing the crime rate within the community or to report to the police of minor crimes taking place.
Sanish Cherian
Sharjah,UAE
Posted: November 26, 2008, 05:41