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Thailand Takes a Stand Against Online Scams Cuts Power to Myanmar Centers

BANGKOK — In a bold move, Thailand has cut off electricity supplies to several areas in Myanmar, targeting online scam centers that have been targeting Chinese tourists. This decisive action comes as Beijing grows increasingly concerned about the illegal operations.

Scam compounds have proliferated in Myanmar's lawless borderlands, run by criminal gangs and staffed by foreigners who were trafficked and forced to work swindling their compatriots. The industry is worth billions of dollars, analysts estimate.

Beijing has grown increasingly concerned about these centers, as many of those involved – both victims and perpetrators – are Chinese.

A Turning Point

Thailand has stopped the electricity supply to Myanmar in five locations, based on the decision of the National Security Council, according to Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul. Transmission was cut at two points in Mae Sai in the north, two in Mae Sot in the west, and one at Three Pagodas Pass, also in the west.

Economic Consequences

Anutin noted that electricity sales to Myanmar at these locations earned Thailand around 50 million baht ($1.5 million) a month. However, the move is seen as a necessary step to stamp out illegal activities.

The electricity supply is not being stopped because the companies violated the contract, but because the electricity is being misused for scams, drugs, and call centers, Anutin said. No one can accuse Thailand now of being part of supporting illegal businesses.

International Ramifications

The move comes as Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra travels to Beijing for talks with President Xi Jinping, with the scam centers likely to be on the agenda.

Fears among Chinese tourists of being kidnapped and forced to work in scam centers were blamed for a sharp drop in visitor numbers over the Lunar New Year holiday last week. China is a crucial market for Thailand as it seeks to rebuild its tourism sector after the devastating impact of travel shutdowns during the coronavirus pandemic.

A National Security Priority

Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai described the scam centers as a national security issue. The move sends a strong message that Thailand will not tolerate illegal activities on its soil, reaffirming its commitment to protecting its citizens and international partners.

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