While I would prefer some American company take over and do this, I understand that the logistical problems involved and know there are only some many companies in the world the can do what DPW can do.
I would hope that CBP and the Coast Guard keep a closer eye on DPW, but I really doubt that DPW will jeopardize their multi billion dollar business for a little terrorism.
Especially an Arab country that has had some documented involvement with the terrorists. Doesn't this increase the risk to the United States regardless of the fact that, as you say, "...this deal will not affect security in any manner..."? By letting an Arab country operate 22 ports, isn't our potential exposure greater than it would be, say, if it was Switzerland who would be the port operator?
Since very few folks from the UAE will be operating in the US, it’s just as likely at terrorist could infiltrate any terminal operating company. Personally, I’m more concerned with the Saudi and Kuwaiti companies that operate terminals here.
Perhaps not, but my point is that any Arab involvement simply increases our potential risk because it furnishes the bad guys with opportunities they wouldn't have without the involvement of an Arab country. It seems to me this is undeniable.
"...I’m more concerned with the Saudi and Kuwaiti companies that operate terminals here."
Ditto.