Philipsburg:--- Members of the Democratic Party has requested a central committee meeting to get answers about the ongoing issue where French nationals are not allowed to enter St. Maarten with their identification cards. Members of the Democratic Party faction said based on the newspaper reports the matter is not clear and they need to know what kind of decision was reached with the French authorities on this matter. Some weeks ago the Lt. Governor of the island territory of St. Maarten and Prefet Delegue Jacques Simmonet discussed the decision taken International Air Travel Association (IATA) who decided that all air travelers must use a passport as they abolish the use of identification cards. Members of the French Hotel Association (AHSM) has been protesting against the decision taken by the Dutch side authorities. The AHSM said the mandatory use of passport would affect the already fragile economy. The Democratic Party also requested an island council meeting to discuss the health care situation on St. Maarten especially the matter that relates to the SVB and BZV cards.