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**Thailand to Cut Power to Myanmar Scam Hubs**
Thailand's government, led by Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai, will sever electricity, oil, and internet access to five Myanmar locations—in Payathonzu, Tachileik, and Myawaddy townships—starting at 9 a.m. on Wednesday. This drastic action targets suspected Chinese-run call centers engaged in widespread scams that have cost Thailand an estimated 80 million baht daily, totaling 86 billion baht in losses. The decision prioritizes national security over economic considerations, reflecting the severity of the fraudulent activities impacting Thailand, China, and other countries.
The government's strategy involves a coordinated shutdown of essential services to disrupt the operation of these scam hubs. The involved officials included key figures from the Interior Ministry, National Security Council, and the Provincial Electricity Authority. The crackdown aims to curb the significant financial damage and the broader security risks posed by these transnational criminal operations.
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https://bangkoklocal.info/2025/02/05/thailand-to-cut-power-to-myanmar-scam-hubs/)
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https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43146155) (64)
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2025-02-24 06:00:06Event JSON
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