An article by Ismail Sebugwaawo in today's 7 Days. Another example of the complicated balancing act in the UAE between conservative traditions and rapid modernization. It's made more delicate by the fact that, as we've discussed, by 2020 the Emiratis will comprise only 10% of the population of their own country, a situation that I would think is unique in world history. On the one hand you need the expats, but on the other hand how do you keep from being inundated by their own very different traditions.
A UAE minister has said it is important for residents and visitors to respect the cultures of the country by dressing appropriately.
Dr. Abdul Rahman Al Owais, Minister of Culture, Youth and Social Developent, made his comments yesterday during a debate at the Federal National Council (FNC) on whether a law should be introduced on how people dress and behave in public.
"In the UAE we hold on to our traditions," he said. "I agree that it is important to show the importance of traditions and culture in the society."
Al Owais said he supports the idea of introducing a dress code in the UAE because it was necessary to keep the country's values, especially when people are in public places.
He said it would be up to the UAE Cabinet to bring in such a law. However, he added, "The National Council of Tourism and Antiquities is doing its best by orienting and educating both expats and tourists to dress modestly and behave in a good manner in line with our cultures and traditions."
Hamad Al Rahmoumi, an FNC member for Dubai, called for the debate after receiving complaints about people's attire.
Dress Code Suggested by Minister
"New law would uphold traditions"
A UAE minister has said it is important for residents and visitors to respect the cultures of the country by dressing appropriately.
Dr. Abdul Rahman Al Owais, Minister of Culture, Youth and Social Developent, made his comments yesterday during a debate at the Federal National Council (FNC) on whether a law should be introduced on how people dress and behave in public.
"In the UAE we hold on to our traditions," he said. "I agree that it is important to show the importance of traditions and culture in the society."
Al Owais said he supports the idea of introducing a dress code in the UAE because it was necessary to keep the country's values, especially when people are in public places.
He said it would be up to the UAE Cabinet to bring in such a law. However, he added, "The National Council of Tourism and Antiquities is doing its best by orienting and educating both expats and tourists to dress modestly and behave in a good manner in line with our cultures and traditions."
Hamad Al Rahmoumi, an FNC member for Dubai, called for the debate after receiving complaints about people's attire.
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