The Bangladesh Embassy in the UAE has urged its citizens to disregard unfounded news and exercise caution when sharing information on social media platforms.
This advisory follows reports from some online outlets claiming that the UAE has imposed visa restrictions on certain nationalities, including Bangladeshis, for the upcoming year.
“Bangladeshis residing in both Bangladesh and the UAE should not be misled by such unfounded reports. The Embassy of Bangladesh in Abu Dhabi advises everyone to be vigilant when publishing or sharing news or information,” the statement highlighted.
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In the UAE, strict social media laws penalize the dissemination of misinformation, rumors, or defamatory content. Residents must avoid spreading false news, forged documents, or misattributed information. Additionally, sharing misleading news that could harm the country’s economy is prohibited.
Tareq Ahmed, Bangladesh’s Ambassador to the UAE, clarified that the rumors about a visa ban on Bangladeshis are not sourced from any UAE government officials.
As per Global Media Insight, around 0.84 million Bangladeshis reside in the UAE, making up 7.4% of the country’s population. They are the third largest foreign community after Indians and Pakistanis, contributing across various sectors.
The Embassy of Bangladesh in Abu Dhabi stated that the information spread by the mentioned website is inaccurate and contains numerous discrepancies.
“UAE authorities have confirmed that there has been no official statement from relevant officials on this matter,” the embassy confirmed.
