UAE an ideal model in containing virus: Official
The authorities nationwide have intensified their control and inspection campaigns; 7 inspection teams have been formed in each emirate
The National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) on Sunday revealed updates of the UAE efforts to curb the spread of COVID-19, through a media briefing by Dr. Saif Al Dhaheri, official speaker of NCEMA.
The UAE has been an ideal and inspiring example in the crisis management under the guidance and follow-up of the prudent leadership to achieve success and increase the efficiency of the national resources to respond and proactively counter the spread of the virus, Al Dhaheri said.
In the beginning of the briefing, Al Dhaheri said, “The principle of transparency is a key pillar in our handling of the current crisis and is a deep-rooted and authentic approach of our wise leadership.
“There are key factors when announcing any information, including reliable sources, accuracy of information and positive control to ensure there is no compromising the security and stability of society,” he added.
He continued, “The efficiency of the state agencies under the guidance of the National Security Adviser, in implementing and following up decisions that are aimed to reduce the spread of the virus is valued and appreciated.”
Al Dhaheri also pointed out that the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority has developed a distinctive monitoring and inspection methodology to ensure the application of all precautionary measures by forming 7 inspection teams, one in each emirate. In addition, more than 46 protocols have been issued to ensure the health and safety of the community.
For their part, the relevant authorities nationwide have intensified their control and inspection campaigns and punished anyone, whether individuals or establishments, that failed to comply with preventive measures.
Meanwhile, the police departments were the highest in fining those who flouted the regulations and preventive measures, followed by municipalities, economic development departments and a number of other entities in all emirates, according to Dr. Saif Al Dhaheri.
“We are working on raising awareness of and increasing communication with all segments of society in the UAE through media campaigns that align with their cultures, behaviors, and media platforms,” he added.
He also noted that the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority was ontinuously observing and monitoring responses and feedback of the public, which will be taken into account to develop the content of the UAE government briefing.
He said, “We would like to assure the public that the increase in the number of fines does not mean an increase in the number of cases, actually it is the result of the intensive efforts of the concerned local authorities to ensure the application of the national laws and protocols.”
“As for crises rumours, and some few who seek to achieve their goals that are misaligned with the unified national direction and compromise the security and stability of its society, the law must be applied firmly towards these people,” he added.
“We launched the #Committowin campaign with a national media strategy to address each individual and institution and call for their commitment in order to achieve success and ensure a safe return of activities and sectors. #Committowin campaign has exceeded two billion impressions locally and regionally,” Al Dhaheri confirmed during the media briefing.
Furthermore, NCEMA has taken the necessary measures to prepare for the seasonal flu since last July, and it calls on the health sector to prepare vaccination campaigns nationwide so that the flu outbreak does not coincide with the infection of the COVID-19 virus, he added.
According to a survey poll conducted by the NECMA, the UAE society’s sentiment towards the government’s handling of the pandemic is 96.30 per cent, towards the government’s efficiency in handling of the pandemic is 95 per cent, towards the care provided by the government 95.9 per cent, towards the government’s rapid response to the pandemic 93.5 per cent, towards the transparency in information provided by the government 91.5% and the UAE society’s confidence in the government overcoming the pandemic 94 per cent.