UAE residents rally behind Landmark’s Trump snub

This content was originally posted in 7DAYS UAE website at: UAE residents rally behind Landmark’s Trump snub UAE residents have applauded a Dubai retailer’s decision to dump Donald Trump Home-branded products off its shelves in response to the Republican US presidential front-runner’s tirade against Muslims. The American billionaire businessman-turned-politician sparked global outrage after he urged a “total and complete shutdown of Muslims” entering his country. And in the UAE, many called for local businesses to boycott their association with Trump. His interests in the UAE include links with Damac Properties, Landmark Group and Al Tayer Group. Following Trump’s inflammatory remarks, Sachin Mundhwa, CEO of Dubai-based Landmark Group’s retail brand Lifestyle, told 7DAYS: “As one of the most popular home decor brands in the Middle East, Lifestyle values and respects the sentiments of all its customers. “In light of the recent statements made by the presidential candidate, we have suspended the sale of all products from the Trump Home decor range.” 7DAYS reader Ani Atanasova said: “Bravo to Landmark. We don’t need to buy products branded by such a racist.” Judith Cooke Welling added: “As an expat I’m disgusted by his attitude and wish to back Muslims by not allowing him or his business here. If it’s not good enough for him to have Muslims in the USA he definitely has no place here.” Readers urged other UAE businesses to follow Landmark’s example. “Bravo landmark group, let’s hope Damac also drops the support of this idiot,” Julian Skyrme said, referring to Damac’s Trump-branded golf courses and luxury villas at the Akoya by Damac development. On Tuesday, Damac Properties said it was continuing its partnership with the Trump organisation. megha@7days.ae Read the original story at: UAE residents rally behind Landmark’s Trump snub