SAVE GIFTUN ISLAND

To:  Government of Egypt

We are appalled and shocked at the news that a proposal to develop Giftun Island by a group of Italian investors is even being considered.

We would like to put on record our staunch and firm opposition to any such plan to defile what is already decreed a national park and protected area.

Giftun Islands like Ras Mohamed, Tiran, and Rocky Island etc. are part of our martime National heritage and should remain as such in the same manner as karanak. Abu Simbul and the Pyramids.

Furthermore, no matter what assurances may be promised the environmental impact of any such plan is nothing short of catastrophic, haven't we seen enough development related damage that has already befallen the coast line in southern Sinai and the Red Sea? We strongly appeal to all government authorities not to entertain any such plans that may infringe on what has been entrusted to all of us to protect and preserve as temporary custodians for future generations.

We also would like to put on record our full and unwavering stand and support for H.E Gen. Saad Abou Rida Governor of the Red Sea for his far sighted and courageous stand in opposition to this proposed development.
On behalf of all Red Sea stake holders.

Sincerely,

The Undersigned

The SAVE GIFTUN ISLAND Petition to Government of Egypt was created by RSDASS-HEPCA and written by Karim Helal-Samir El Sombaty (association@redseaexperince.com, info@hepca.com).  This petition is hosted here at www.PetitionOnline.com as a public service. There is no endorsement of this petition, express or implied, by Artifice, Inc. or our sponsors. For technical support please use our simple Petition Help form.