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2 days ago
- The Star
Families of four Myanmar workers killed in Bangkok bridge crane collapse each receive one million baht compensation
BANGKOK: The Office of the Labour Attaché has announced that the families of four Myanmar workers who died in the collapse of a crane frame on an under-construction Bangkok expressway overpass have received one million baht (US$0.030423 million in compensation. At around 4 am on November 29, 2024, a crane frame collapsed while they were installing concrete blocks at the construction site of a 21-mile expressway overpass on the Samut Sakhon Expressway (RAMA-2), Thailand. The collapse resulted in the death of four Myanmar workers, and negotiations were held between the relevant Thai company, the Myanmar Labour Attaché, and the Myanmar Embassy's friends' group under the guidance of the Myanmar Ambassador to Thailand to obtain compensation. In this regard, on May 30, at the Myanmar Embassy in Bangkok, Thailand, UDONSAK CHIANGMAI Co., Ltd., a Thai company, presented a total of four million baht in humanitarian compensation to the four families of the deceased workers, one million baht per person, in the presence of Myanmar Embassy officials, according to the Office of the Labour Attaché. - Eleven Media/ANN
The Star
3 days ago
- The Star
Over 1.9 million stimulant tablets and 134 kg of heroin worth US$2.9 billion seized in Myanmar
YANGON: Authorities have seized over 1.9 million stimulant tablets and 134 kilograms of heroin worth Ks 6 billion (US$2.9 billion) in a significant anti-drug operation conducted in Leiway Township, within the Nay Pyi Taw Council area, which have been transported from Shan state to Mandalay Region. According to a tip off, security forces discovered more than 1.9 million stimulant tablets and 134 kilograms of heroin worth Ks 6 billion from a 12-wheeled Fuso and a Chevrolet on May 20. Further investigation led the arrests of Thet Htto Maung who transferred the heroin near Aung Nan Cho village near Leiway Township at the Pankhin Hotel on May 21. Pawlu aka Pawluchan from Phekhon and Soe Lwin and Thein San Tun aka Kalalay were also arrested. The Myanmar Police Force stated that efforts are ongoing to identify other individuals involved in the drug trafficking network and trace the financial assets linked to the illegal trade. - Eleven Media/ANN
The Star
6 days ago
- The Star
Fire that killed four women at bar in Mandalay caused by short circuit: fire dept
YANGON: It is learned that a short circuit in a bar in Mandalay caused a fire that killed four women on Wednesday (May 28). The Myanmar Fire Department received information that fire broke out at 9.47am at a bar in a 45ft × 25ft steel structure, one-storey building, located between 33rd and 34th streets, Kansana Mahi Ward, Chan Aye Tha San Township, as major repairs were ongoing to the earthquake-damaged building. The flames spread to nearby soundproof panels and sofas when a short circuit occurred between the building's steel columns and the welding box. The fire killed a 30-year-old woman (manager, resident of Tamu Township), a 21-year-old woman (receptionist, resident of Tagaung Township), a 26-year-old woman (bakery worker, resident of Pauk Township), and a 23-year-old woman (bakery worker, resident of Pauk Township) in the women's dormitory. Sofas, soundproofing mats, and shop equipment were also burned, it was reported. Ten fire engines, three water tenders, 30 firefighters, 40 auxiliary firefighters, and a group of local vehicles were deployed to extinguish the fire. The fire was brought under control at 10am and extinguished at 10.08am. The Chan Aye Tha San Township Police Station No. (8) has opened a case against the male welding team leader under Section 285/304 (A) of the IPC. - Eleven Media/ANN
The Star
6 days ago
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- The Star
Myanmar deports 67 foreign nationals involved in telecom fraud and online crimes
YANGON: Myanmar authorities have confirmed the deportation of 67 foreign nationals involved in telecom fraud and other online criminal activities. According to official sources, the Myanmar government continues efforts to investigate and repatriate foreigners who illegally entered and resided in border areas while engaging in illegal activities such as online gambling and telecom fraud. These individuals are being identified and systematically deported to their respective countries in accordance with legal procedures and international protocols. On Tuesday (May 27), authorities transferred 67 individuals — 66 Vietnamese nationals and one Chadian national — who were found to be involved in such crimes in the areas of Myawaddy, Shwe Kokko, Mae Htaw Talay (KK Park), and Kyauk Khet in Kayin State. The handover took place in the morning via the Myanmar–Thailand Friendship Bridge No. 2, reflecting a spirit of humanitarian cooperation and international goodwill. To ensure an orderly and smooth repatriation process, officials from the Ministry of Immigration and Population, including Deputy Director U Myint Bhone from Kayin State, coordinated with relevant departments. They reviewed documentation and verified records for completeness and accuracy before the transfer. A formal handover ceremony followed, attended by Deputy Director U Myint Bhone and relevant Myanmar authorities, as well as representatives from the embassies of Vietnam, Chad, and China. Attendees included Saad Ahmat Moussa, Counsellor of the Chadian Embassy in China, and Nguyen Thi Kim Chung, First Secretary of the Vietnamese Embassy in Thailand, alongside Thai immigration officials from Tak District. Myanmar officials handed over the legal documents to the respective embassy representatives in an orderly manner. From Jan 30 to May 27, 2025, Myanmar intercepted and detained a total of 9,102 foreign nationals who had entered the country illegally. Among them, 8,692 individuals were already deported through Thailand to their home countries following legal procedures. The remaining 410 are prepared for deportation and are currently being securely held. The Myanmar government reaffirms its commitment to combating online crimes — including online scams and gambling — that pose threats to national security and the public. It is working closely with international organisations and local communities to investigate, suppress, and repatriate those involved. - Eleven Media/ANN
The Star
21-05-2025
- The Star
Myanmar deports 31 foreign nationals involved in telecom fraud and online crimes
YANGON: Myanmar has deported 31 foreign nationals involved in telecom fraud and other criminal activities to their respective countries and detained an additional 13 foreigners for further investigation, said official sources. These individuals had entered Myanmar illegally through border routes—some transiting through neighbouring countries, including Thailand—and were found operating illegal online gambling and scam operations in areas such as Shwe Kokko, KK Park (Meethawthalay), and Kyauk Khat in Myawaddy Township, Kayin State. Those deported on May 20 via the Myanmar–Thailand Friendship Bridge No. 2 included one South Korean, seven Nigerians, 10 Indians, one Russian, and 12 Filipinos. The deportation was carried out in accordance with legal procedures and in the spirit of humanitarian and international cooperation. It was coordinated by Myanmar's Ministry of Immigration and Population, Kayin State Deputy Director-General U Myint Phone, and relevant departmental officials. They ensured that the list of individuals and supporting documents were complete and accurate. Also present were immigration authorities from Thailand's Tak Province, who coordinated with Myanmar officials to receive the deported individuals. On the same day, authorities detained 13 more foreign nationals who had entered Myanmar illegally via the same border regions: eight Filipinos, one Nigerian, three Indians, and one Chinese citizen. From Jan 30 to May 20, 2025, Myanmar authorities apprehended a total of 9,099 foreign nationals who had entered the country illegally. Out of these, 8,469 individuals have already been deported through Thailand to their home countries, and 630 are in custody, prepared for transfer. The Myanmar government continues to investigate and take action against all individuals and networks involved in online scams and gambling, in collaboration with neighbouring countries and international organisations. Foreign nationals connected to these activities are being systematically deported in accordance with international protocols and legal standards. - Eleven Media/ANN
