Chiang Rai - Immigration authorities, under the leadership of Major General Suphanat Jaroenruangrueang, head of the 5th Army Region, have initiated rigorous inspections of foreign worker accommodations and high-risk locations, in line with their crime prevention plan.

 

The directive instructs units within the 5th Army Region to carry out these inspections to investigate foreign nationals and various categories of foreign laborers residing and working within the Kingdom of Thailand.

 

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This is aimed at identifying any inappropriate behavior or potential wrongdoing, including violations of immigration laws and other related statutes, and actions that pose a threat to national security.

 

On September 29, 2023, Major General Surasak Thienthong, the commander of the 5th Army Region, ordered a team led by Police Colonel Prinya Burapholit, head of the investigation unit, to conduct a thorough inspection of foreign worker accommodations and high-risk locations within their jurisdiction in Chiang Rai, reported 77kaoded.

 

The inspections covered foreign nationals' residences, particularly in Soi 5, Moo 24, Tambon Rop Wiang, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, Chiang Rai province, as well as hotel accommodations in the area.

 

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The inspections revealed that foreign nationals were properly documented and authorized to work in Thailand, complying with the relevant regulations.

 

No legal violations were detected. Businesses were informed about immigration laws, and cooperation was requested to report any suspicious foreign individuals.

 

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In case of sightings of suspicious behavior, the public is encouraged to contact the emergency hotline at 1178 or the direct line at the  5th Army Region at 0-5312-1323.

 

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-- ASEAN NOW 2023-09-30

 

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I shouldn't expect to find more than half the population of Laos shacked up in the area.