AUTHORITIES transferred 21 foreign nationals linked to online scams, online gambling and other criminal activities in the Myawady-Shwe Kokko area through the Myanmar Thai Friendship Bridge No 2 to their respective countries in line with legal procedures and humanitarian considerations.

The deportees included five Philippine nationals, five Burundi nationals, five Kenya nationals, three Uganda nationals and three Sri Lanka nationals who had illegally entered Myanmar through border routes via neighbouring countries, including Thailand.

Officials led by Myawady District Administration Committee chairman U Kaung San Lin supervised the transfer process and checked records and documents to ensure accuracy and smooth handover procedures.

From 30 January 2025 to 19 May 2026, authorities detained 14,658 foreign nationals who entered Myawady Township illegally. Of them, 13,443 have been systematically deported through Thailand to their respective countries, while 1,215 remain under detention. Authorities said 766 foreigners were prosecuted under immigration and drug-related laws, while arrangements are ready for the transfer of the remaining 449 foreign nationals.

MNA/KZL

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