Reported 9 months ago
On June 27, 2024, South Korea's National Intelligence Service issued a travel alert warning its citizens that their phones may be inspected at any time in China, and they may be arbitrarily arrested for using VPNs to access banned social media apps such as Facebook and Kakao Talk. The Chinese government's new regulations, effective July 1, allow law enforcement officers to inspect phones and laptops of travelers, ask for sensitive information like email passwords, and potentially detain or fine individuals based on identified national security concerns. This has led to heightened caution for South Korean citizens traveling to China, prompting advice to seek immediate assistance from the South Korean embassy or consulate if subjected to a sudden inspection.
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