THE Government regards the detection, prevention and deterrence of online fraud and online gambling syndicates, which pose serious threats to the socioeconomic well-being of regional communities and people worldwide, as a national duty. In close coordination with neighbouring governments, authorities are taking effective measures to identify, apprehend and prosecute those responsible. Acting on intelligence that online fraud and gambling activities were being conducted in Laihka Township, southern Shan State, combined security task forces carried out investigative and operations.
At approximately 10:40 am yesterday, near Hopong Village, located about 30,000 metres southeast of Laihka, security forces uncovered makeshift facilities used for cyber-fraud operations. These comprised a temporary workshop tent measuring 30 feet by 15 feet, a large temporary living tent measuring 40 feet by 15 feet, a smaller living tent measuring 20 feet by 15 feet, and a temporary mess tent. Items seized at the site included three Starlink satellite receiver units, eight laptops, four power stations, 20 mobile phones of various models, seven network switches, three network routers, one large generator, 30 plastic chairs, four folding tables and other related paraphernalia. During further combing operations in the surrounding area, joint teams detained three Chinese nationals. Authorities confirmed that, following the necessary interrogations and investigations, the apprehended suspects would face stern legal action under existing laws.
The confiscated equipment and assets would also be dealt with in accordance with established procedures. To eliminate online scams and gambling activities and prevent illicit syndicates from establishing bases in Myanmar, the Government remains actively committed to combating cybercrime in close collaboration with neighbouring countries, regional counterparts and international bodies. — 100/ST
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