AUTHORITIES have arrested 12 foreign nationals who illegally entered Myanmar through border routes after transiting some neighbouring countries, including Thailand. They were found yesterday in the KK Park area of Myawady Township, Kayin State, where they had been involved in online gambling, online fraud, and other criminal activities. The group consisted of six South Africans, four Chinese, and two Kenyans.

The departmental teams, in collaboration with one another, are now compiling personal information and records of the detainees so that they can be repatriated to their respective countries as soon as possible. The inspection process is being overseen by Deputy Director U Myint Bhone of Kayin State Immigration and Population, together with responsible personnel.

From 30 January to 10 September 2025, a total of 9,385 foreign nationals who entered Myanmar illegally have been arrested. Among them, 9,269 have already been repatriated in accordance with legal procedures through Thailand to their respective countries. The remaining 116 are being held securely and are ready for handover.

The State continues to cooperate actively with the relevant countries to promptly identify, arrest, and systematically repatriate foreign nationals who engage in online fraud, online gambling, and other criminal offences in Myanmar.

MNA/ KZL

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