The government continues to crack down on telecom fraud and criminal activities in collaboration with neighbouring countries and international organizations. Yesterday, 36 foreign nationals involved in illegal online gambling, telecom fraud, and other crimes, including 33 from the Philippines and three from South Africa, were systematically repatriated via the Myanmar-Thailand Friendship Bridge II to their respective countries in accordance with legal procedures, with consideration for humanitarian support and bilateral cooperation.

The repatriation process was monitored and coordinated by the Department of Immigration and Population, Kayin State officials, and relevant authorities to ensure complete, accurate documentation and smooth transfer. The handover ceremony was attended by representatives from the Philippine and South African embassies in Thailand, and Thai immigration officials, where Myanmar authorities formally transferred the necessary documents.

From 30 January to 11 September 2025, Myanmar identified and detained 9,385 foreign nationals entering illegally, of whom 9,305 have been repatriated via Thailand, while the remaining 80 are being prepared for repatriation and are under secure custody. The government maintains active measures to apprehend both domestic and foreign operators of online scams while ensuring humanitarian assistance to affected foreign nationals.

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