I agree, there was a time in North America, Europe, and other places when seatbelts and car seats for children were not mandatory - however, countries in the Gulf have been very quick to acquire other policies/procedures/products/services - why is it not possible to learn from the mistakes already made by others?

This could also apply to environmental issues as well - new technology, improved infrastructure and even airconditioning have been adopted very quickly and enthusiastically - including regular medical care for children and the population as a whole - why not car seats and seatbelts?