THE Government of Myanmar is actively combatting telecom fraud and gambling activities, which pose threats globally, with the aim of preventing such activities from taking root within the country and eradicating them entirely. These efforts are being carried out not only with domestic forces but also in coordination with neighbouring governments. In addition, combined teams from relevant departments across various regions and states are conducting thorough inspections and enforcement activities to crack down on telecom fraud and illegal gambling operations, as well as to prevent illegal entry and residence of foreign nationals within the country.
The information has been released that security forces arrested foreign nationals who committed telecom fraud and gambling along with residential buildings and related accessories around Kaungsan Village of Laikha Township in Shan State (South) on 20 and 21 March.
Security forces arrested five Chinese nationals who carried out telecom fraud and gambling at the place, some 1,500 metres southeast of Khohai Village of Laikha Township at about 2.30 pm on 22 March. They will be detained under the prescribed procedures. Temporary buildings used in telecom fraud and online gambling seized near Kaungsan Village on 20 March were destroyed in fire systematically.
The State is actively continuing efforts to combat telecom fraud and illegal gambling activities, in cooperation with neighbouring countries, regional nations, and international organizations, with the aim of eradicating such offenses and preventing them from operating within Myanmar. — MNA/TTA
