A Korean who was filming at Dubai International Airport in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) was arrested by police and later released, officials confirmed.
According to the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Dubai on the 6th, on the afternoon of the 5th, a Korean identified as A was arrested by airport police while filming a video. A was reportedly trying to record a commemorative video before leaving Dubai Airport.
At the time, the Consulate General in Dubai promised the Dubai police an apology for the act, deletion of the video, and measures to prevent a recurrence, and A was given a warning and released. A then boarded a flight to Korea.
The UAE strictly regulates personal photography and video recording at government and security-related facilities, citing reasons such as national security, maintenance of public order, and protection of privacy.
Through a notice posted on its website, the Consulate General in Dubai said, "Police are stationed at government and security-related facilities amid a strict atmosphere, and if filming is observed, immediate arrest on the spot and severe punishment are expected, so please exercise particular caution."