Afghanistan, Dec. 16 -- Hong Kong customs detained an Afghan national at West Kowloon Station for attempting to smuggle 11 valuable ancient artifacts, including coins and Buddha statues.
Hong Kong customs authorities have detained an Afghan national suspected of attempting to smuggle 11 ancient stone and metal artifacts at West Kowloon Station.
The seized items included silver coins, bracelets, earrings, and several Buddha statues, discovered during routine baggage inspections that drew the attention of customs officers.
Experts estimate the artifacts date from the 2nd century BCE to the 5th century CE, classifying them as highly valuable cultural and historical items.
Authorities emphasized that these artifacts are listed as prohibited...