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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Tuesday 18 February 2025
Operation Launched to Rescue 10,000 Foreigners from Myanmar Scammers Picture courtesy: Naewna Efforts are intensifying to rescue approximately 10,000 foreign nationals believed to be trapped within scam operations in Myanmar. As these centres become a focal point of transnational crime, authorities on both sides of the Thai-Myanmar border have united in a robust crackdown. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352078-operation-launched-to-rescue-10000-foreigners-from-myanmar-scammers/ -
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New Casino Rules May Bar Thais Without $1.5M Fixed Deposits
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Operation Launched to Rescue 10,000 Foreigners from Myanmar Scammers
Picture courtesy: Naewna Efforts are intensifying to rescue approximately 10,000 foreign nationals believed to be trapped within scam operations in Myanmar. As these centres become a focal point of transnational crime, authorities on both sides of the Thai-Myanmar border have united in a robust crackdown. Pol Gen Thatchai Pitaneelaboot, at the helm of the Royal Thai Police’s Anti-Human Trafficking Center and Police Cyber Taskforce, announced a renewed commitment to work closely with Myanmar under the National Referral Mechanism (NRM). This coalition aims to identify victims of human trafficking, ensuring their return to their home countries. The Kingdom of Thailand currently plays a facilitating role. Verified victims who seek justice against their traffickers must lodge complaints within Myanmar’s judicial system. This strategic decision emerged from pivotal discussions at police headquarters in Bangkok, focusing on the intersection of call centre scams and trafficking. Key stakeholders include foreign embassy representatives, the UN Office on Drugs and Crime, and the US Homeland Security Investigations. Pol Gen Thatchai emphasised the importance of intelligence sharing, pointing to the establishment of an online platform. This network will enhance collaboration between embassies, pooling resources to combat these criminal enterprises. On another front, Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai highlighted a collaborative operation involving China’s Assistant Minister for Public Security, Liu Zhongyi. This joint effort between Thailand, Myanmar, and China signals a strategic offensive against Chinese-operated scams nestled within Myanmar. The operation follows earlier concerns about China's expanding direct intervention, bypassing Thai jurisdiction as they rescue and repatriate their nationals. Mr Phumtham reassured that Thailand remains a central ally in this operation, with plans for further discussions with Chinese officials underway. The operation's momentum is rooted in severing essential services—electricity, oil, and internet—to pressure Myanmar’s government and ethnic entities into dismantling these scams. Such measures have reportedly shown early signs of success, particularly in regions governed by groups like the Democratic Karen Buddhist Army (DKBA). Sources have confirmed that the DKBA recently detained 86 Chinese individuals suspected of scam involvement in Payathonzu township, strategically opposite Thailand's Sangkhla Buri district. This is part of broader efforts to eradicate scam hubs within their jurisdiction by the end of October. Thailand observes these initiatives keenly, recognising them as crucial steps towards dissociating the regional economy from illicit activities. While challenges remain, this coalition may redefine counter-trafficking and ensure the protection and repatriation of exploited individuals trapped within these fraudulent operations, reported Bangkok Post. -- 2025-02-18 -
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Thailand Faces Severe Air Pollution Crisis as PM2.5 Levels Soar
I stay away from Thailand at this time of the year because of the smoke. I found it very hard to go outside and enjoy the experience when everything was a hazy grey blur with no real colour. It was like the aftermath scene of one of those apocalyptic movies with AQI readings in the high triple digit range. There is nothing pleasant about the smoky season and despite the fact that I love living here, getting away at this time is a good, healthy move and an opportunity to visit family back home. I’ll come back when the rainy season starts with a healthy set of lungs. -
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Thailand Eyes Senior Tourists for '25, Aiming for 40 Million Visitors
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Tuesday 18 February 2025
UPDATE Body Found Washed Ashore After Pickup Plunges Into Sea Near Mab Ta Phut A body has been discovered washed up on a beach in Rayong after a Nissan pickup truck plunged into the sea and was quickly swept away by strong waves. The incident occurred as the driver was on his way home after work. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1352001-vehicle-plunges-into-the-sea-at-map-ta-phut-pier-search-for-missing-driver/#findComment-19595489
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