Tag Archives: Abu Dhabi

Fashion photographer Muhammad Fadli and his companion Nur Qistina will escape jail time in Abu Dhabi, UAE, after their year's worth of sentencing was reduced to a fine and deportation.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has released a statement regarding the 2 Singaporeans jailed for crossdressing in Abu Dhabi. MFA officials met with them on 4 occasions to ensure their well-being and will be giving them consular assistance. It also reminded Singaporeans to respect local laws when they are overseas.

A netizen has shared this appeal for crowdfunds for the 2 Singaporean men who were detained in Abu Dhabi for breaking laws on cross dressing in the UAE.

My wife and daughter decided to go on a 4 day holiday to Singapore while I was working away in Abu Dhabi. After having a fantastic time of seeing all the sights, it was now time to fly back home. My daughter went through immigration with no problem but my wife got detained. She was accused of travelling on false documents. She had her phone and other personal belongings confiscated and was locked in a room. She was not allowed to make a phone call. My wife then faced 8 hours of interrogation during which time she missed her flight.