Thailand is taking bold steps to tackle online scams and other illegal activities by shutting off power to five key border areas with Myanmar. 🛑💡 Deputy Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul announced this move is part of a larger strategy to combat issues like human trafficking, call center scams, money laundering, and transnational crimes that jeopardize the peace and security of the kingdom. 🕵️♂️🌍
On Wednesday morning, Thailand's National Security Council decided to cut electricity to these five connection points in three Myanmar states. This decisive action aims to disrupt the operations of criminal networks that rely on electricity for their illicit activities, ultimately protecting both Thailand and the broader international community. ⚡️🚫
By addressing these challenges head-on, Thailand hopes to create a safer environment and prevent these unlawful practices from affecting people across multiple countries. Stay tuned as this initiative unfolds and its impact on regional security. 🔍🌐
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Thailand cuts power to border areas linked to online scams in Myanmar
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