UAE diplomat accused of smuggling gold in India

Ministry of Foreign Affairs to investigate situation, after diplomat was detained at Indian airport for 12 hours

Last updated:

Abu Dhabi: An Emirati diplomat was detained last evening at New Delhi airport for 12 hours on charges of smuggling gold, which is against Indian rules, according to a statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

The ministry has called in the diplomat for investigation into the alleged irregularities. A Ministry of Foreign Affairs official stressed the ministry’s commitment to diplomatic laws of countries where diplomats serve.


 

Get Updates on Topics You Choose

By signing up, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Up Next