Alarming increase in suicides
Nina Muslim;14/8/08
Seven Filipinos have committed suicide in the UAE over the past few months, according to a Filipino workers advocacy group, although Philippine authorities here say the figure is three. A press statement from the UAE chapter of Migrante said three suicide cases occurred in Dubai and the northern emirates, while the others were from Abu Dhabi. The earliest recorded case was of a man who hanged himself on February 4, while the latest was a woman who jumped from a building on August 10.
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Transparency in visa rules is vital
Editorial; 14/8/08
There has been a lot of confusion lately over visa renewal rules due to conflicting statements by senior government officials. In a country dominated by foreign workers, rules pertaining to entry, exit, employment, residence and tourist visas should remain transparent all the time. People usually take the comments by senior government officials seriously, and make plans accordingly - be it employment, residence or bringing a relative to visit the UAE. Rules on short trips to some neighbouring states for visa changes is very important for jobseekers and those planning to change jobs.
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Tags: Dubai, Visa Rules, Workers