The Central Committee on the Prevention of Human Trafficking convened its meeting 1/2023 at Myanmar Police Force Headquarters in Areindama Hall yesterday. State Administration Council Member Union Minister for Home Affairs Lt-Gen Yar Pyae chaired the meeting, which saw 47 participants, including online attendees.
The chairman of the Human Trafficking Prevention Centre highlighted the abuse of technology, particularly social media, to incite political instability in Myanmar. He noted that criminals, including human traffickers, operate online. Myanmar faces challenges such as forced labour and online financial fraud, necessitating robust preventive measures.
Foreigners encountering difficulties after entering Myanmar from border regions seek help through embassies and international police channels. Myanmar collaborates with China and Thailand on operations targeting human trafficking, forced labour, and illegal border crossings, as part of international efforts.
The meeting resulted in recommendations and discussions on anti-human trafficking measures. Members acknowledged the evolving nature of human trafficking in Myanmar and pledged collaborative efforts to implement effective solutions for better outcomes. — MNA/KZW
