A Russian man and a South Korean man who entered Myanmar illegally were arrested yesterday in the Myawady-Kyaukkhat area of Kayin State. They crossed the border through Thailand and were involved in online gambling, scams and other crimes inside Myanmar.
After the arrests, Kayin State Social Affairs Minister U Saw Tun Aung met relevant officials and instructed them to maintain accurate records of all foreign nationals. He also emphasized the need to ensure the detainees receive basic care and are deported promptly and in line with procedures.

Between 30 January and 30 April 2025, a total of 9,045 foreigners were arrested for illegally entering Myanmar. Of those, 7,585 were deported via Thailand, while the remaining 1,460 are held in preparation for deportation and are currently under proper care.

The government says it is actively working with international partners and the public to tackle online crimes, including scams and gambling, which pose threats to national security. Local authorities across the country are also stepping up efforts to prevent and eliminate such crimes.

 MNA/KZL

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