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Jump to full article: Khaleej Times (ae), 2008-04-04
Author: Adel Arafah (Our staff reporter
Intro: A smoking ban in shopping malls, restaurants and indoor public places in Abu Dhabi and the Western Region is still under consideration, Dr. Juan bin Salim Al Dhahiri, Chairman of Municipal Affairs Department in Abu Dhabi, has told Khaleej Times.
At a meeting with the managers of shopping centres, Al Dhahiri said it had been agreed to study the issue so as not to affect the turnout of members of the public to these facilities.
"Further, a comprehensive study is imperative before the ban takes effect as the prime goal is to serve public interest," he maintained.
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