The Government of Myanmar is identifying and investigating foreign nationals who have illegally entered and are residing in border areas and who are involved in criminal activities, including online gambling and online fraud.
Those found to be involved are being systematically deported and repatriated to their respective countries in accordance with legal procedures.
During the ongoing deportation process, the authorities uncovered and detained an additional 20 Chinese nationals who had entered areas around Myawady, Kayin State, through illegal routes after transiting through certain neighbouring countries, including Thailand.
From 30 January 2025 to 13 May 2026, a total of 14,654 foreign nationals who had illegally entered Myawady Township were detained. All of them have been investigated, and 13,422 individuals have already been systematically deported to their respective countries via Thailand in accordance with legal procedures. The remaining 1,232 foreign nationals are awaiting repatriation and are being properly accommodated and cared for.
Among those awaiting transfer, 766 foreign nationals are currently being held under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Law, while 466 are ready for repatriation to their respective countries.
The Government of Myanmar is actively cooperating with neighbouring and regional countries, as well as international organizations, to identify, arrest and take effective and stringent action against those involved in online scam centre operations, including foreign nationals who orchestrate such activities from behind the scenes.
In addition, authorities are working effectively to coordinate the swift repatriation of foreign nationals who have fallen into hardship for various reasons, including victims of human trafficking, so that they may be returned to their respective countries as soon as possible.
MNA/MKKS