Thai power cutoff to scam facilities in Myanmar needs study

Thailand will cut power to Myanmar border in bid to stop "scam centres" run by human-trafficking gangs
Thailand will cut the power to some border areas with Myanmar in an effort to curb "scam centres" where human trafficking victims are forced to work in cyber fraud operations.
Thailand Strikes Back with Power Cut to Myanmar Border Scam Networks
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Thailand mulls cutting power to Myanmar in blow to scam centres
THAILAND is looking to cut power supply to Myanmar towns with links to cyber scam operations, escalating actions after a high-profile trafficking of a Chinese actor put a spotlight on criminal activities across the Thai borders.
Thailand to Cut Power to Myanmar Border Areas Linked to Scam Centres
According to the United Nations, hundreds of thousands of people have been trafficked by criminal gangs and forced to work in scam centres and illegal online operations across Southeast Asia, including along the Thai-Myanmar border. A 2023 U.N. report estimated the fast-growing operations generate billions of dollars annually.
Thai Deputy PM orders power cut to Myanmar region along Thailand-Myanmar border
Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense, Phumtham Wechayachai, stated on Tuesday that he would issue an order to cut off electricity supply to the Myanmar region along the Thailand-Myanmar border on the same day and warned that those who neglect their duties would be reassigned,
Thai power cutoff to scam facilities in Myanmar needs study: authorities
The government must consider relevant information carefully before deciding whether to cut off power supply to illicit businesses in Myanmar regions bordering Thailand, authorities said on Monday.Chatchai Bangchuad,
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