Myanmar discusses illegal immigration and online fraud with foreign diplomats

A meeting was held on November 27  between Myanmar’s Supervisory Committee on Prompt Legal Action and Deportation of Foreign Nationals Who Entered the Country Illegally and the heads of foreign embassies and diplomats.

The event took place at the Arindama Hall of the Myanmar Police Force Headquarters in Nay Pyi Taw, with the participation of Deputy Minister for Home Affairs Maj-Gen Toe Yi, who chairs the committee, along with its secretary, joint secretaries, and other members.

During the meeting, Maj-Gen Toe Yi emphasized Myanmar’s ongoing efforts to identify and deport foreign nationals who have entered the country illegally, especially those involved in online fraud schemes. He highlighted that these actions are being carried out in accordance with the law and with respect for humanitarian principles. 

He also mentioned that, from January 2022 to November 2024, Myanmar had located and deported 1,242 foreign nationals who were facing difficult circumstances.

The discussion with foreign diplomats focused on the challenges of identifying, assisting, and deporting these individuals in line with official procedures. Participants exchanged ideas and sought collaborative solutions to improve the process.