Myanmar extradites 49 Ethiopians, detains 10 undocumented telecom fraud suspects

MYANMAR deported 49 Ethiopians involved in telecom fraud and other criminal activities via the Myanmar-Thailand Friendship Bridge II yesterday. In addition, the authorities detained another 10 foreigners: eight Chinese nationals and two Vietnamese people, on the same day.

Myanmar authorities officially handed the deportees the necessary legal documents to ensure their smooth repatriation.

Between 30 January and 23 June 2025, a total of 9,180 illegal immigrants were identified and detained in Myanmar. Of this number, 8,955 individuals have already been deported through Thailand to their respective countries, while arrangements are being made to deport the remaining 225 individuals. These individuals are currently under detention while awaiting repatriation.

The government is strictly cracking down on online scams and online gambling by cooperating with other countries, including neighbouring countries.

MNA/ KTZH

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