Over 8,000 foreign nationals who entered Myanmar illegally from January 30 to May 19 this year were systematically deported to their respective countries through Thailand in accordance with legal procedures, according to a state-run newspaper published on May 20.
The Myanmar government is investigating and combating Telecom Fraud and criminal activities in collaboration with international organizations, including those in neighboring countries,, and is systematically transferring foreign nationals involved in these activities to their respective countries. In addition to such transfers, on May 19, 26 Ugandan nationals were transferred to their respective countries through the Myanmar-Thailand Friendship Bridge No. 2 in accordance with legal procedures and humanitarian considerations.
From January 30 to May 19, 2025, a total of 9086 foreign nationals who entered Myanmar illegally were detected and taken into custody. Of them, 8438 foreign nationals were deported, and the remaining 648 foreign nationals were ready to be transferred to their respective countries. The Myanmar government will continue to investigate and take action against those involved in online fraud and online gambling, in cooperation with neighboring countries and international organizations.
