China’s unpaid parking tickets are worth $398,736. Syria’s parking debt is $362, 550. Iran and Russia owes the city $184,987 and $104,231 in unpaid parking tickets, respectively.
Meanwhile, the State Department said the White House is seriously taking into account the alleged parking violations by diplomatic delegations.
“The Department strictly enforces the rules and associated consequences concerning our extension of driving privileges to foreign mission members in the United States. This is a responsibility that we take very seriously…,” according to the agency in a statement.
Additionally, the State Department reminded the police to handle the problem carefully. It is important to “treat foreign diplomats and consular personnel with respect.” The agency explained any mishandling of incidents “could have direct effect on the treatment of US diplomats and consular personnel serving abroad.”
