"Ex-pats who followed the laws in their homeland out of fear of being caught and punished for breaking them quickly discover that such a fear is unwarranted in Qatar.
We all know where the fixed speed cameras are, and we all know that we are never going to get caught for talking on mobile phones or driving recklessly.
Relying on people to 'do the right thing' because it's safe (and not because they are afraid of punishment) doesn't work with people who are totally convinced that they are unbreakable."
Perfect. The above text should be published everywhere, across all media as soon as possible here in Qatar. You have hit the nail on the head. Excellent observation Fubar.
"Ex-pats who followed the laws in their homeland out of fear of being caught and punished for breaking them quickly discover that such a fear is unwarranted in Qatar.
We all know where the fixed speed cameras are, and we all know that we are never going to get caught for talking on mobile phones or driving recklessly.
Relying on people to 'do the right thing' because it's safe (and not because they are afraid of punishment) doesn't work with people who are totally convinced that they are unbreakable."
Perfect. The above text should be published everywhere, across all media as soon as possible here in Qatar. You have hit the nail on the head. Excellent observation Fubar.