Authorities have uncovered and detained five Chinese nationals involved in telecom fraud and related online criminal activities, and conducted verification procedures for deportation, according to official reports.
The government has been systematically identifying and investigating foreign nationals who entered and resided illegally in border areas and who participated in unlawful activities, including online gambling and online scams. The authorities have transferred those individuals to their respective countries in accordance with existing laws and procedures.
In the latest case, the five Chinese nationals were found to have entered through illegal routes after transiting via neighbouring countries, including Thailand, and were located at sites near Myawady Township in Kayin State. Officials completed initial screening processes to facilitate deportation.
A joint departmental team has been collecting personal data and records required for the prompt repatriation of the detained foreign nationals. Member of the Myawady District Administration and Management Committee Lt-Col San Shwe inspected the ongoing documentation work and coordinated necessary measures.
From 30 January 2025 to 14 February 2026, a total of 14,205 foreign nationals who entered Myawady Township illegally were detained. Authorities reported that verification processes for all detainees have been completed. Of them, 13,117 were deported and transferred to their respective countries via Thailand in line with legal procedures, while the remaining 1,088 foreign nationals are ready for transfer and are properly accommodated.
The government stated that it continues to cooperate actively with neighbouring countries, regional partners, and international organizations to identify, arrest, and take effective action against individuals involved in online scam centre operations and their foreign organisers. It also affirmed that foreign nationals facing hardship or those who were victims of human trafficking are being coordinated for swift repatriation.
MNA/KZL
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