A Big Yes, and a Big No
Labeed Abdal
I have always been thinking of how to make it easier for expats living in Kuwait to live a dignified life. When I read the news reports about the helpline set up by the Indian Embassy to help Indian nationals, I realized how important the step would prove to be for the Indians living in Kuwait.
Now, they will feel better and will know that the diplomats in this country are well aware of their plight and were keeping in close touch with the local officials to address any accidental hardships swiftly.
Similarly, the moves by the Philippines Embassy to meet its country's nationals and educate them about how to deal with the emerging situation was very welcome. The embassy gave certain tips to its nationals, asking them not to panic during any raid, to keep at hand all legal documents, not to worry and remember to contact the embassy whenever necessary through hotlines, website and social media etc.
Such diplomatic efforts will surely go a long way to in assuring the foreigners here, especially when some perceived that even those who were legal immigrants may face unpalatable issues.
As for Kuwait, which I expect to take the lead when it comes to safeguarding human rights as per international humanitarian standards, I said a big yes to the hotlines being set up by respective embassies but I would say a big no to anyone trying to threaten an expat's human rights, or any innocent person for that matter.
I am also sure that our valued readers are rightfully sensitive about breach of human rights. They are not worried just about visas but also about issues of stability, security and respect.
Furthermore, all citizens and expats like Kuwait and they do not want to be left behind, particularly when they compare the benefits accruing to them here in comparison to some rapidly changing and developing neighboring countries.
There is no other option except to ensure that we have harmony in our own country. No one should wonder that we are going to see immense development, thanks to His Highness the Amir's support for more political and economic stability and his vision to transform Kuwait into a new regional financial hub. Once again, we will witness a new parliament and elections, big spending, huge infrastructure coming up for a new Kuwaiti Capital, new cities and much more.
Well, guess what? Haven't we been waiting for all this for so long? Hence, we must ensure a dignified life and stability for the expats and only then will we enjoy working together in a wonderful, responsible and harmonious fashion.
By Labeed Abdal
local@kuwaittimes.net
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