Island In The Sun.

The worldwide poor would not be able to set foot on the island of Redang (Pulau Redang) if the government of Terengganu has its way! As I’ve said before, a clown should remain in the circus but here’s one clown, a figurehead, really, who’s on the loose! Anyway, why did this clown choose to make waves?

Pulau Redang is one of the most beautiful islands in the world (10th spot). Many holidaymakers, rich and poor alike, had stepped foot on this island and hopefully, many can still continue to do so if this island remained as it is!

The excuses of poor sewerage system, the improper disposal of waste and the indiscriminate “killing” of the corals were the rising tide of discontent by this clown! Many holidaymakers, especially divers, would not be too happy and now they would have to swim against the tide! And if things go according to this clown’s desire, I’m afraid this island would eventually face a natural watery grave!

This clown’s argument does not hold water. To protect the environment, the corals or whatever, some strict guidelines must be adhered to! Stopping the poor from holidaying on this island is not a very smart idea at all! This clown has “muddied the waters” with his not-so-bright idea! Everyone has equal “visiting rights” to this island!

For once, this clown needs to debunk the myth that he is the only one capable of conserving this island and its surroundings. He must be reminded yet again that no man is an island. Everyone has to play their part! Simple as that!

It would not come as a surprise if one sees a signboard that says: ‘THE POOR NOT ALLOWED! PLEASE PROCEED TO THE NEXT ISLAND. THANK YOU.’ So much for Malaysian hospitality, or worse, stupidity!