Officials from Myanmar and China discussed cooperation to completely eradicate online scam operations (Telecom Fraud) in the Myawady region, as well as the smooth handover of individuals involved in such fraud to their respective countries.
On the morning of May 22, Mr. Liu Ning Ning, Deputy Director-General of the Criminal Investigation Department under China’s Ministry of Public Security, along with a delegation, arrived at the Myanmar-Thailand Friendship Bridge No. (2) in Myawady. They were welcomed by the Kayin State Administration Council Chairman and District Administrator, along with the Deputy Director-General of the Immigration and Population Ministry and other officials.
The joint team inspected the detention conditions of Chinese nationals who had illegally entered Myawady and reviewed their situation.
Subsequently, representatives from both countries held a meeting at the conference hall of the Myanmar-Thailand Friendship Bridge No. (2) in Myawady. They discussed accelerating the repatriation of detained foreign nationals to their home countries, implementing the trilateral agreement previously reached in Bangkok, Thailand, and enhancing cooperation to completely eliminate telecom fraud in the Myawady area. They also emphasized ensuring a smooth process for transferring fraud-related suspects to their respective countries.
Foreign nationals have been illegally entering Myanmar through neighboring countries, including Thailand, via border routes. Many have been involved in illegal online gambling, telecom fraud, and other criminal activities in areas such as Myawady, Shwe Kokko, Myaing Thar Yar (KK Park), and Kyauk Khat.
Authorities have been identifying and detaining these individuals. From January 30 to May 22, 2025, a total of 9,099 illegal foreign nationals were apprehended. Among them, 8,469 have already been deported to their home countries through Thailand in accordance with legal procedures. The remaining 630 individuals are ready to be repatriated and are being properly detained.
The government is actively investigating and taking strict action against illegal online fraud operations. To prevent illegal online gambling and financial scams in Myanmar’s border regions, the government is intensifying cooperation with neighboring countries and international organizations. Efforts to investigate, expose, and prosecute such crimes will continue with increased momentum.
