Plan to serve airline meals to deportees divides immigration officials

The Korea Times reports that a proposal to provide airline-style meals to foreigners awaiting deportation at Incheon International Airport has sparked division among immigration officials. The Incheon Airport Immigration Office under the Ministry of Justice is considering offering in-flight meal boxes to these foreign nationals, who are typically transferred to the airport after their illegal stay is confirmed and necessary procedures are completed.

Currently, those awaiting deportation are provided with basic bread and drinks. The office believes that airline-style meals are the most practical option, but front-line officers have raised safety concerns and some officials question whether better food is appropriate for those ordered to leave Korea for violating the law.

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