China, drugs & Golden triangle of Asia Drug running is a money...
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China, drugs & Golden triangle of Asia
Drug running is a money turner for countries. Especially, for those who want to become a superpower. Opium war was all about that. That was British. Then, it was US and drug cartels of Americas. This time, it is China.
#GoldenTriangle
Drug running is a money turner for countries. Especially, for those who want to become a superpower. Opium war was all about that. That was British. Then, it was US and drug cartels of Americas. This time, it is China.
#GoldenTriangle
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Introducing: Golden Triangle Special Economic Zone (GTSEZ)
Location: Laos - Myanmar - Thailand trijunction.
It is a 39Sq Kms of land leased for 99 yrs to a Chinese man.
Who is the Chinese man?
Location: Laos - Myanmar - Thailand trijunction.
It is a 39Sq Kms of land leased for 99 yrs to a Chinese man.
Who is the Chinese man?
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Meet Zhao Wei.
Hails from North China. Shifted to Macau. Learnt Casino business. Black to white of drug money.
His mission: To convert drug money to white and get it into financial system.
Hails from North China. Shifted to Macau. Learnt Casino business. Black to white of drug money.
His mission: To convert drug money to white and get it into financial system.
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Why is Zhao Wei important?
He has been listed as most wanted by United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) for transnational crimes including drug trafficking and human trafficking.
He has been listed as most wanted by United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) for transnational crimes including drug trafficking and human trafficking.
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A UNODC report observes, “One of the most notorious of these facilities is the Golden Triangle SEZ in Lao PDR that contains the Kings Romans casino complex, owned by a Hong Kong, China, registered company with a 99-year lease.”
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Zhao Wei is also sanctioned by US Treasury department on 30th January 2018
Source: home.treasury.gov/news/press-rel…
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Source: home.treasury.gov/news/press-rel…
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Safe Mekong Coordination Centre (SMCC) has also raised alarm over the activities in the Golden triangle in its February 2018 report.
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Malaysia experiences high levels of labour-related irregular migration, particularly from Indonesia
and the Philippines as well as from Myanmar & Bangladesh.
(As per UNODC report)
and the Philippines as well as from Myanmar & Bangladesh.
(As per UNODC report)
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Wherever Chinese go, they open a casino. From there on, starts the colonization effort and funding PRC efforts.
So, why are casinos important piece of puzzle in Chinese economy and power struggle?
Casinos do one job. Just one key part.
Fund PRC in any ways possible.
So, why are casinos important piece of puzzle in Chinese economy and power struggle?
Casinos do one job. Just one key part.
Fund PRC in any ways possible.
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Fund PRC? Yes, fund it through drugs, arms smuggling, human trafficking and what not!
Now, you know how glossy effect is attained in Chinese cities.
Why just this? Even in Africa, they do this. Chinese run Casinos are a big problem in countries neighboring China.
(To be contd)
Now, you know how glossy effect is attained in Chinese cities.
Why just this? Even in Africa, they do this. Chinese run Casinos are a big problem in countries neighboring China.
(To be contd)
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This one by Manipur CM talks about the threat Golden Triangle poses to India.
N. Biren Singh@NBirenSingh
As the gatekeeper of our nation's eastern border, adjacent to the infamous Golden Triangle (Dead Triangle)—one of the world's most notorious drug trade routes—I have a responsibility to protect our country from the scourge of drugs. With about 1.5 lakh youths affected by drugs in Manipur alone, this battle is more urgent than ever. Illegal immigrants from Myanmar are not only crossing into India unlawfully but are also contributing to the destruction of our youth.
My fight against drugs will continue and intensify under the guidance of Hon’ble PM Shri @narendramodi Ji and Hon’ble HM Shri @AmitShah Ji. I urge the nation to wake up and join me in this critical battle to safeguard our future.
My fight against drugs will continue and intensify under the guidance of Hon’ble PM Shri @narendramodi Ji and Hon’ble HM Shri @AmitShah Ji. I urge the nation to wake up and join me in this critical battle to safeguard our future.
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Laos. Human trafficking.
#GoldenTriangle
#GoldenTriangle
NIA India@NIA_India
NIA Chargesheets Laos Based Company’s CEO in Human Trafficking & Cyber Fraud Case
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Quick one by NIA on Laos trafficking.
#GoldenTriangle
#GoldenTriangle
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Related.
#Goldentriangle
#Goldentriangle
Saikiran Kannan | 赛基兰坎南@saikirankannan
💡👀 In 2022, I closely followed and reported on the Myanmar coup, leveraging my contacts and stringers in Myanmar who work with international organizations. For example, I had detailed conversations with a contact in Myanmar that year about this incident back then. (See the attached video)
During the crisis, tech professionals from India and other ASEAN countries were stranded in the Myawaddy forests (under the guise of being employed), located in the southeastern region of Myanmar near the Thailand border.
This situation also highlights the disconnection between the people of Tamil Nadu and events in the rest of the country, as well as the role of the Central government (BJP or INC) in the nation’s welfare. The Indian government did a lot leveraging their closeness with the Junta to rescue Indians. A majority of the Indians were from Andhra and Tamilnadu.
Political leaders in Tamil Nadu often portray the state as being better off without being a part of India. I wish they knew more about all of this!
🤷🤷🤷
@vijaytelevision
#NeeyaNaana #Tamilnadu #India #Myanmar
During the crisis, tech professionals from India and other ASEAN countries were stranded in the Myawaddy forests (under the guise of being employed), located in the southeastern region of Myanmar near the Thailand border.
This situation also highlights the disconnection between the people of Tamil Nadu and events in the rest of the country, as well as the role of the Central government (BJP or INC) in the nation’s welfare. The Indian government did a lot leveraging their closeness with the Junta to rescue Indians. A majority of the Indians were from Andhra and Tamilnadu.
Political leaders in Tamil Nadu often portray the state as being better off without being a part of India. I wish they knew more about all of this!
🤷🤷🤷
@vijaytelevision
#NeeyaNaana #Tamilnadu #India #Myanmar
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Someone tell Delhi media about what the larger picture here is.
#GoldenTriangle
#GoldenTriangle
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Seems like Andaman Police, ICG have stuck goldmine.
#GoldenTriangle is not a silent threat anymore. We will publicize the threat by Chinese. Noose is tightening.
Matter of time, @ASEAN steps in.
hindustantimes.com/india-news/smu…
#GoldenTriangle is not a silent threat anymore. We will publicize the threat by Chinese. Noose is tightening.
Matter of time, @ASEAN steps in.
hindustantimes.com/india-news/smu…
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Government is in no mood to relent.
#GoldenTriangle
#GoldenTriangle
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HM: "I've given clear orders to agencies. If a consignment of drugs is caught at port, track who is the end consumer / dealer. If a consignment is caught at street with dealer, track up the supply chain."
Why do you think, we started our anti-Drugs war 10yrs ago? Think.
1/2
Why do you think, we started our anti-Drugs war 10yrs ago? Think.
1/2
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Few questions. Ask yourself.
1. Why is it that the drugs being busted are pretty huge these days?
2. Why some industries which thrived on drugs, are now cracked & brought to their knees?
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1. Why is it that the drugs being busted are pretty huge these days?
2. Why some industries which thrived on drugs, are now cracked & brought to their knees?
2/3
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Answer is simple.
Higher echelons of power have very deep understanding of #GoldenTriangle & the way cartels operate. Years before Manipur was in news, GoI started working on it. Few very good souls were at work & have spilt blood & sweat to get to where we are right now.
Higher echelons of power have very deep understanding of #GoldenTriangle & the way cartels operate. Years before Manipur was in news, GoI started working on it. Few very good souls were at work & have spilt blood & sweat to get to where we are right now.
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While appointing New Governors, GoI just cemented its position and literally saying, we're digging in and here to stay.
Bringing back AK Bhalla was a brilliant one. Always knew Gen VK Singh is up to something BIG.
Target is not just BD. But, #GoldenTriangle too.
Bringing back AK Bhalla was a brilliant one. Always knew Gen VK Singh is up to something BIG.
Target is not just BD. But, #GoldenTriangle too.
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Looking at the moves, we're in for some kind of event.
Hypothetically, even if the chicken's neck is 'cut off', we still have a retired Army Chief and retired Home Secretary there. This is just for the starters.
Good luck, adversaries. More to follow on #GoldenTriangle
Hypothetically, even if the chicken's neck is 'cut off', we still have a retired Army Chief and retired Home Secretary there. This is just for the starters.
Good luck, adversaries. More to follow on #GoldenTriangle
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Another news. Look at the inventions happening in drugs. All such come from incubation centres in #GoldenTriangle
newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-n…
newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-n…
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An explainer on #GoldenTriangle
Hope this is understandable.
Do watch and share.😉
Hope this is understandable.
Do watch and share.😉
The Gygsaw@TheGygsawIN
Episode 1 is now live.
With corrected audio.
Topic: Golden Triangle.
Do watch & share feedback.
(P.S: Still in learning phase.)
#TheGygsaw
youtube.com/watch?v=bkzagU…
With corrected audio.
Topic: Golden Triangle.
Do watch & share feedback.
(P.S: Still in learning phase.)
#TheGygsaw
youtube.com/watch?v=bkzagU…
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From Jamia. Lao human trafficking case.
Ok. Am beginning to see a link between news about Goa & SE Asia tourism. Of course, I have complaints on Goa. But, there's a larger scheme at play here. Linked to scamming calls too.
#GoldenTriangle
Ok. Am beginning to see a link between news about Goa & SE Asia tourism. Of course, I have complaints on Goa. But, there's a larger scheme at play here. Linked to scamming calls too.
#GoldenTriangle
NIA India@NIA_India
NIA Searches Delhi House of Arrested Accused in Lao Human Trafficking & Cyber Slavery Case
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US Aid link to #GoldenTriangle
Mike Benz@MikeBenzCyber
USAID has been busted financially or logistically supporting narco networks in every major region they spring, from the Golden Crescent to the Golden Triangle to South America. Here’s an example from Afghanistan (clip is from a private livestream for my X subscribers):
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Seems, Thailand has gone big time against Chinese scam cities in Thai-Myanmar border. In #GoldenTriangle region.
This started almost at the same time as PM Shinawatra's visit to China.
It is strange on two counts.
This started almost at the same time as PM Shinawatra's visit to China.
It is strange on two counts.
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1. Shinawatra family has a Chinese heritage linked to Chiang Mai.
2. Being one of the richest, it has been long suspected that the Shinawatra family is actively involved significantly in the very existence of the #GoldenTriangle at the trijunction.
2. Being one of the richest, it has been long suspected that the Shinawatra family is actively involved significantly in the very existence of the #GoldenTriangle at the trijunction.
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From Online / Crypto scam centers to drugs to trafficking, everything is being crushed.
News #1
khaosodenglish.com/news/2025/02/0…
News #1
khaosodenglish.com/news/2025/02/0…
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News #2
From Thai-Myanmar border.
From Thai-Myanmar border.
Thai PBS World@ThaiPBSWorld
Joint police and military forces along the Thai-Myanmar border have been apprehending an increasing number of people trying to smuggle fuel out of Thailand, since the fuel supply ban was introduced last week.
In Tak’s Mae Sot district, acting on a tip-off, authorities searched a cargo truck near the second Friendship Bridge, discovering several litres of fuel in tanks, hidden inside the vehicle.
The Burmese driver said he had purchased the fuel for 8,000 baht to resell in Myanmar.
Read more: world.thaipbs.or.th/detail/more-fu…
#ThaiPBSWorld #ThailandNews #Myanmar #Smuggle #MaeSot
In Tak’s Mae Sot district, acting on a tip-off, authorities searched a cargo truck near the second Friendship Bridge, discovering several litres of fuel in tanks, hidden inside the vehicle.
The Burmese driver said he had purchased the fuel for 8,000 baht to resell in Myanmar.
Read more: world.thaipbs.or.th/detail/more-fu…
#ThaiPBSWorld #ThailandNews #Myanmar #Smuggle #MaeSot
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News #3
Due to regional pressure, Thailand is finally gearing up to establish an international coordination centre.
Due to regional pressure, Thailand is finally gearing up to establish an international coordination centre.
China-ASEAN Panorama@CA_Panorama
Thailand is gearing up to establish an international coordination center to exchange information on cross-border human trafficking as part of its efforts to combat transnational and online crimes, a senior Thai police officer said Mae Sot on Monday.
Source：China News 中国新闻网
Source：China News 中国新闻网
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This is important for INDIA. @MEAIndia
Thailand stops power supply to Myanmar cities. Atleast 3 of them. To disrupt scam centers and free trapped foreign nationals.
Many Indians are trapped at these centers. They went missing while in SEA.
Thailand stops power supply to Myanmar cities. Atleast 3 of them. To disrupt scam centers and free trapped foreign nationals.
Many Indians are trapped at these centers. They went missing while in SEA.
Reuters Asia@ReutersAsia
Thailand suspended electricity, internet, and fuel supplies to border areas with Myanmar to disrupt scam centers, amid increasing pressure on illegal compounds that have trapped people from various nationalities. Read more: reut.rs/4jPlQ6D
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@MEAIndia From inside Myanmar, this is the situation
Thai Enquirer@ThaiEnquirer
Myanmar netizens said the group protesting against Thailand's electricity, fuel, and internet cuts, and calling for a ban on Thai products at the 1st Thai-Myanmar Friendship Bridge this morning, were not locals from Myawaddy but supporters of the junta.
One user explained that while many Thai people may be upset by the protests and calls for product bans, they want Thai people to understand that most Myanmar people don’t want to take part. The protest was mainly driven by the military or powerful families and was not voluntary—it’s an order from those in power. Most people in the affected areas don’t want conflict with Thailand, as they know Thailand is not their enemy. They are grateful for the help Thailand has provided, especially during floods and other crises. The user emphasized that the actions of a few groups should not be seen as representing all of Myanmar.
Another user pointed out that one of the protest leaders is from the State Administration Council (SAC), and locals did not join the protest because they understand the issues are caused by the junta and the Border Guard Forces (BGF), who control the area. The user added that Myanmar people don’t blame the Thai government for the cuts.
Another user said the protest leaders were paid by the junta and the BGF to organize the protests. Since the coup, only the junta and its affiliates can organize such protests in areas they control.
Another user said that under the law, protests need approval from local authorities. These days, only military supporters are allowed to hold protests that align with the military's interests, often funded by the military or groups like the BGF. Regular civilians know who to blame.
#Thailand #Myanmar #CallCenterGang #DrugTrafficking #HumanTrafficking #แก๊งคอลเซ็นเตอร์
One user explained that while many Thai people may be upset by the protests and calls for product bans, they want Thai people to understand that most Myanmar people don’t want to take part. The protest was mainly driven by the military or powerful families and was not voluntary—it’s an order from those in power. Most people in the affected areas don’t want conflict with Thailand, as they know Thailand is not their enemy. They are grateful for the help Thailand has provided, especially during floods and other crises. The user emphasized that the actions of a few groups should not be seen as representing all of Myanmar.
Another user pointed out that one of the protest leaders is from the State Administration Council (SAC), and locals did not join the protest because they understand the issues are caused by the junta and the Border Guard Forces (BGF), who control the area. The user added that Myanmar people don’t blame the Thai government for the cuts.
Another user said the protest leaders were paid by the junta and the BGF to organize the protests. Since the coup, only the junta and its affiliates can organize such protests in areas they control.
Another user said that under the law, protests need approval from local authorities. These days, only military supporters are allowed to hold protests that align with the military's interests, often funded by the military or groups like the BGF. Regular civilians know who to blame.
#Thailand #Myanmar #CallCenterGang #DrugTrafficking #HumanTrafficking #แก๊งคอลเซ็นเตอร์
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@MEAIndia Do watch this.
#GoldenTriangle
#GoldenTriangle
Ken@ruffleseed
Do not go for any cheap tour (to Myanmar) when you're traveling in Thailand.
Do not believe whatever the taxi driver tell you.
Many tourists are trapped there, and not too long ago around 1,000+ Malaysians kidnapped/enslaved into scamming people globally into various gambling, romance and crypto schemes.
Do not believe whatever the taxi driver tell you.
Many tourists are trapped there, and not too long ago around 1,000+ Malaysians kidnapped/enslaved into scamming people globally into various gambling, romance and crypto schemes.
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@MEAIndia 61 ppl rescued from the scam den in Myawaddy in Myanmar. Handed over to Thailand.
CCTV+@CCTV_Plus
A total of 61 victims rescued from telecom fraud operations in Myawaddy, Myanmar were handed over to Thai authorities on Feb 6.
cctvplus.com/news/20250207/…
cctvplus.com/news/20250207/…
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@MEAIndia 13 Indian Nationals were part of the group of 61 mentioned above.
Why on earth is this not in news here?
Why on earth is this not in news here?
India in Myanmar@IndiainMyanmar
We continue to strongly advise against job offers in the Myawaddy area. 13 Indian nationals, part of a group of 61 foreigners, from scam centres in Shwe Ko Ko, were deported from Myawaddy area to Maesot today. Their onward repatriation to India is being facilitated.
@MEAIndia
@MEAIndia
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@MEAIndia Further.
EIGHT more Indians were also rescued from Scam centers in Myawaddy.
#GoldenTriangle
EIGHT more Indians were also rescued from Scam centers in Myawaddy.
#GoldenTriangle
India in Myanmar@IndiainMyanmar
8 more Indian nationals trapped in Myawaddy scam centers, out of a group of 19 foreigners, were deported to Mae Sot, Thailand today. So far 133 Indian nationals have been released. We reaffirm our advice against job offers in the area.
@MEAIndia
@ProtectorGenGOI
@diaspora_india
@MEAIndia
@ProtectorGenGOI
@diaspora_india
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@MEAIndia Thailand is preparing for Refugees.
Bangkok Post@BangkokPostNews
The government is preparing for a possible influx of foreigners released from the clutches of scam gangs in Myanmar after Thailand cut off all power, Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai said on Wednesday.
Listen to the story or get the full story in the 1st comment.
#scam #scamcentre #scammers #myanmar #powercut #ตัดไฟเมียนมา
Listen to the story or get the full story in the 1st comment.
#scam #scamcentre #scammers #myanmar #powercut #ตัดไฟเมียนมา
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@MEAIndia To give you a scale of the problem and the mammoth crackdown, there exists some 40 major and several minor compounds.
Estimated to house about 300,000 (3Lacs) bonded labour from various nationalities.
Estimated to house about 300,000 (3Lacs) bonded labour from various nationalities.
CyberScamMonitor@CyberScamWatch
MYANMAR: Scam operations expanding south along Thai border according to People’s Party lawmaker Rangsiman Rome. ‘We are talking about an empire’ he said, estimating # of workers in at least 40 major compounds at around 300,000. 1/2
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@MEAIndia While the crackdown is happening, new scam bases are already coming up south of Mae Sot.
CyberScamMonitor@CyberScamWatch
Unnamed security attaché at SE Asian embassy in Bangkok says new scam bases set up 100s of kilometers south of Mae Sot, in border areas of Myanmar across from Thailand’s Sangkhlaburi district. ‘The scam compounds are expanding far south of Myawaddy’. 2/2 voanews.com/a/myanmar-scam…
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Two Thai Police Major Generals were suspended& have been abruptly transferred to inactive posts at Operations Centre of the Royal Thai Police (RTP) while PM Shinawatra is visiting China.
FreedomSeeker@MoeSatKhinn
During #Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn’s visit to #China to strengthen cooperation against cross-border crimes, two senior Thai police officers were suspended for alleged ties to #Myawaddy crime syndicates and online scams—undeniable proof of Thai authorities’ involvement.
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Wait. They "tried" to arrest Myanmar's Border Guards Force Chief by entering into Myanmar?
WOW!
nationthailand.com/news/general/4…
WOW!
nationthailand.com/news/general/4…
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For a primer on #GoldenTriangle, do watch the video on @TheGygsawIN
The Gygsaw@TheGygsawIN
Episode 1 is now live.
With corrected audio.
Topic: Golden Triangle.
Do watch & share feedback.
(P.S: Still in learning phase.)
#TheGygsaw
youtube.com/watch?v=bkzagU…
With corrected audio.
Topic: Golden Triangle.
Do watch & share feedback.
(P.S: Still in learning phase.)
#TheGygsaw
youtube.com/watch?v=bkzagU…
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Strangest of strange coincidence.
Wondering if Shinawatras are consolidating the crime syndicate & the businesses at #GoldenTriangle in cahoots with the Chinese.
Wondering if Shinawatras are consolidating the crime syndicate & the businesses at #GoldenTriangle in cahoots with the Chinese.
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Phumtham explained that once the arrest warrant is approved by the Criminal Court, Thai authorities will monitor the BGF leader’s potential entry into Thailand and will execute the arrest as soon as he arrives.
May better sense prevail.
#GoldenTriangle
May better sense prevail.
#GoldenTriangle
Sniper@avarakai
Wait. They "tried" to arrest Myanmar's Border Guards Force Chief by entering into Myanmar?
WOW!
nationthailand.com/news/general/4…
WOW!
nationthailand.com/news/general/4…
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More and more ppl are pouring into Thailand.
#GoldenTriangle
#GoldenTriangle
Thai PBS World@ThaiPBSWorld
A group of 53 call centre workers from eight countries are to be passed from Myanmar to Thai authorities this afternoon at the border.
Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai said today that he has been informed by Myanmar’s government that 53 people, who were working in scam call centres in Myanmar border townships, will be handed to Thailand this afternoon, because they cannot take care of them.
Read more: world.thaipbs.or.th/detail/thailan…
#ThaiPBSWorld #Thailand #Myanmar #MaeSot #ShweKokko #KKPark
Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai said today that he has been informed by Myanmar’s government that 53 people, who were working in scam call centres in Myanmar border townships, will be handed to Thailand this afternoon, because they cannot take care of them.
Read more: world.thaipbs.or.th/detail/thailan…
#ThaiPBSWorld #Thailand #Myanmar #MaeSot #ShweKokko #KKPark
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Chinese. Gambling. Money laundering. Thailand.
Thai PBS World@ThaiPBSWorld
Chinese business tycoon Chaiyanat Kornchayanant is due to appear before public prosecutors on Thursday, after he was released from prison following his acquittal of money laundering and narcotics trafficking by the Bangkok South Criminal Court yesterday.
Chaiyanat, who is known locally as ‘Tu Hao’, was charged by Yan Nawa district police, immediately after his release from prison today, for organising illegal gambling activities.
Read more: world.thaipbs.or.th/detail/chaiyan…
#ThaiPBSWorld #Thailand #TuHao #Chinese #ตู้ห่าว
Chaiyanat, who is known locally as ‘Tu Hao’, was charged by Yan Nawa district police, immediately after his release from prison today, for organising illegal gambling activities.
Read more: world.thaipbs.or.th/detail/chaiyan…
#ThaiPBSWorld #Thailand #TuHao #Chinese #ตู้ห่าว
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Thailand wants to go big on Casino.
Guess what happened next?
Guess what happened next?
Thai PBS World@ThaiPBSWorld
Thailand is setting its sights on becoming a global gaming hub, with plans to build a casino industry that generates billions in revenue, draws some of the biggest names in the business and benefits a thriving tourism sector.
But experts warn success will come only by playing its cards right on regulation, an area in which Southeast Asia's second-largest economy has a patchy record, such as its botched efforts to legalise cannabis in 2022.
Read more: world.thaipbs.or.th/detail/thailan…
#ThaiPBSWorld #Thailand #EntertainmentComplex #PMPaetongtarnShinawatra
But experts warn success will come only by playing its cards right on regulation, an area in which Southeast Asia's second-largest economy has a patchy record, such as its botched efforts to legalise cannabis in 2022.
Read more: world.thaipbs.or.th/detail/thailan…
#ThaiPBSWorld #Thailand #EntertainmentComplex #PMPaetongtarnShinawatra
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What happened next?
Well, Chinese Xi advised visiting Thai PM on pros & cons of having a casino in the country.
Always learn from a master thief.
#GoldenTriangle
Well, Chinese Xi advised visiting Thai PM on pros & cons of having a casino in the country.
Always learn from a master thief.
#GoldenTriangle
Thai PBS World@ThaiPBSWorld
China’s President Xi Jinping inquired about and shared his views on the pros and cons of having casinos in the country during his recent meeting with Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra in Beijing, as Thailand considers an entertainment complex that includes casinos.
The Thai prime minister was on an official visit to Beijing last week.
“President Xi offered me some advice and comments on what could happen if Thailand develops a casino industry, as China itself has Macau, a special administrative region where casinos are legal,” Paetongtarn said yesterday.
Read more: world.thaipbs.or.th/detail/chinas-…
#ThaiPBSWorld #Thailand #China #XiJinping #PMPaetongtarnShinawatra #CasinoComplex
The Thai prime minister was on an official visit to Beijing last week.
“President Xi offered me some advice and comments on what could happen if Thailand develops a casino industry, as China itself has Macau, a special administrative region where casinos are legal,” Paetongtarn said yesterday.
Read more: world.thaipbs.or.th/detail/chinas-…
#ThaiPBSWorld #Thailand #China #XiJinping #PMPaetongtarnShinawatra #CasinoComplex
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PRC CCP says, it will eradicate tiger smuggling along Thailand border through multinational cooperation.
Since PRC has absolute control over Laos & that part of Myanmar, they are able to say this.
(P.S: TH doesn't share land border with PRC.)
#GoldenTriangle
Since PRC has absolute control over Laos & that part of Myanmar, they are able to say this.
(P.S: TH doesn't share land border with PRC.)
#GoldenTriangle
Nepal Correspondence@NepCorres
#China says it will eradicate tiger smuggling along Thailand's border through bilateral or multilateral cooperation with neighbouring countries.
Tiger smuggling is carried out by Chinese gangs operating in Myawaddy (Thai- #Myanmar border) which #Thailand is cracking down upon.
Tiger smuggling is carried out by Chinese gangs operating in Myawaddy (Thai- #Myanmar border) which #Thailand is cracking down upon.
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#GoldenTriangle
The Pattaya News Thailand@The_PattayaNews
Thailand has begun to receive people from around the world at the Myanmar border who have been released by call center gangs who have reportedly abducted, scammed, and trafficked thousands of people. The scam centers have had their power cut and immense pressure from China and Thailand to stop their operations in the past week following international coverage.
thepattayanews.com/2025/02/13/tha…
thepattayanews.com/2025/02/13/tha…
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The Irrawaddy (Eng)@IrrawaddyNews
261 People Rescued From Myanmar Scam Center
#myanmar #thai #border #DKBA #rescue #scam
#myanmar #thai #border #DKBA #rescue #scam
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Amazing thread on the recent developments in #GoldenTriangle
VERITAS PROTOCOL@veritas_web3
The global crypto scam epidemic
In the past year, @veritas_web3 team has helped expose crypto scam operations built on forced labor in:
🔸 Myanmar
🔸 Cambodia
🔸 Laos
🔸 Dubai
One "pig butchering" operation alone scammed over $100M $USDT.
The real question: How many more scam compounds are still operating in the shadows? 👁️
In the past year, @veritas_web3 team has helped expose crypto scam operations built on forced labor in:
🔸 Myanmar
🔸 Cambodia
🔸 Laos
🔸 Dubai
One "pig butchering" operation alone scammed over $100M $USDT.
The real question: How many more scam compounds are still operating in the shadows? 👁️
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The Karen National Army link surprised me. They control a lot of Jade trade. Something is amiss here.
#GoldenTriangle
nationthailand.com/blogs/news/ase…
#GoldenTriangle
nationthailand.com/blogs/news/ase…
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Every terrorist is going to a place near #GoldenTriangle by hook or crook.
Money down?
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Money down?
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Dipanjan R Chaudhury@DipanjanET
ET Exclusive: Amid increasing role of ISI in Bangladesh & turmoil in Myanmar, ULFA has allegedly been assisted by Chinese authorities to shift base from Ruili to a location in Yunnan province closer to Myanmar-Thai border — My report @ETPolitics @pranabsamanta
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Thanks to crackdown by Thailand authorities.
#GoldenTriangle
#GoldenTriangle
TOI Hyderabad@TOIHyderabad
India airlifts 283 citizens rescued from Myanmar
@sudhakarudumula
#Cybercrimeden #MyanmarCybercrime #IndiansRescued
timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/hyderabad…
@sudhakarudumula
#Cybercrimeden #MyanmarCybercrime #IndiansRescued
timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/hyderabad…
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266 more rescued today. Total 549 rescued.
#GoldenTriange
#GoldenTriange
All India Radio News@airnewsalerts
Central government arranges for the safe repatriation of 266 Indians via Indian Air Force aircraft following their release from cybercrime centers in Southeast Asia.
@MEAIndia
@MEAIndia
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Good job, @MEAIndia !!
#GoldenTriangle
#GoldenTriangle
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@MEAIndia 250 more...
#Goldentriangle
#Goldentriangle
The Irrawaddy (Eng)@IrrawaddyNews
Immigration officials in Ranong, Thailand said they handed 250 Myanmar detainees to junta officials in Kawthaung, Tanintharyi on Wednesday. Thailand has been accused of aiding the junta’s forced conscription effort since June by accelerating deportations. #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar
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@MEAIndia Sometimes it is too layered to see the real game here. Maybe, we will know soon. 😉
#GoldenTriangle
#GoldenTriangle
The Irrawaddy (Eng)@IrrawaddyNews
Myanmar Junta Conducts Airstrikes Near Thai Border
The military regime conducted airstrikes near the Thai-Myanmar border amid attacks by the Karen National Liberation Army on a junta base in Karen State’s Hlaingbwe township. In response, the Royal Thai Air Force dispatched two F-16 fighter jets on a patrol mission.
#Myanmar #Karen #Thai #airstrike #border #military #junta #KNLA
The military regime conducted airstrikes near the Thai-Myanmar border amid attacks by the Karen National Liberation Army on a junta base in Karen State’s Hlaingbwe township. In response, the Royal Thai Air Force dispatched two F-16 fighter jets on a patrol mission.
#Myanmar #Karen #Thai #airstrike #border #military #junta #KNLA
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@MEAIndia Thaksin on UWSA.
Thai Enquirer@ThaiEnquirer
Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra identified Myanmar’s Shan State—especially areas controlled by the United Wa State Army (UWSA)—as the main source of drugs entering Thailand. He suggested Thai authorities should be allowed to intervene there under international rules.
UWSA
Speaking at the Office of the Narcotics Control Board, with relevant ministers in attendance, Thaksin said drug production is now concentrated in UWSA-controlled areas, whereas it used to be spread across the region. Although traffickers cross borders to avoid arrest, their drug networks remain active inside Thailand. He called those involved in the drug trade enemies of the state and stressed the need for urgent action.
He explained that the UWSA has grown stronger and gained advanced equipment—reportedly from China—which helps them produce drugs in larger quantities. Even though Thailand has improved drug enforcement and seized more drugs, production in the region keeps increasing. Thaksin said Thailand needs to work closely with China to break the supply chain.
Thaksin criticized some officials for not doing enough and said old drug-fighting methods no longer work. He also warned about weak checks at sea ports, where about six million shipping containers enter Thailand each year but few are x-rayed. He claimed some containers are purposely left unchecked and pointed to chemicals coming from Cambodia to Laem Chabang Port as a serious threat.
He called for stronger talks with neighboring countries and said if Myanmar cannot shut down drug labs in UWSA areas, Thailand should be allowed to step in under international law. He added that drug operations relying on Thai electricity or communication should be cut off. He also said that anyone who refuses to help fight drugs should be seen as supporting the traffickers.
Thaksin urged the foreign minister to work more closely with regional partners in the coming months and improve intelligence to find drug labs and track drug routes.
Overhaul
He also said Thailand’s drug-fighting strategy needs a major update because current efforts are weak and uncoordinated.
He said that poor coordination among 29 agencies causes inefficiency because of overlapping duties and budget issues. He suggested using modern management, clear responsibilities, and performance reviews to fix this.
Thaksin stressed that police, civil authorities, and local officials must work better together. He urged provincial governors, district chiefs, and police superintendents to cooperate more closely. He proposed seizing assets and prosecuting known traffickers and asked for permission to inspect drug hotspots and report to the interior minister. He noted some big drug figures remain untouched and suggested replacing officials who don’t cooperate while encouraging informal meetings to rebuild trust.
About the Internal Security Operations Command (ISOC), which has a yearly budget of 7 billion baht (3 billion for southern border provinces), he said the agency must show clear results in fighting drugs and securing borders. He warned that if it fails, its continued existence would be hard to justify.
Finally, Thaksin responded to criticism of his administration’s war on drugs by denying that 2,000 people were killed. He said only 70 to 80 deaths were related to drugs and that his operations were legal but firm.
#Thailand #Myanmar #China #ทักษิณ #NarcoticsControl #UWSA #DrugTrafficking #DrugSuppression
UWSA
Speaking at the Office of the Narcotics Control Board, with relevant ministers in attendance, Thaksin said drug production is now concentrated in UWSA-controlled areas, whereas it used to be spread across the region. Although traffickers cross borders to avoid arrest, their drug networks remain active inside Thailand. He called those involved in the drug trade enemies of the state and stressed the need for urgent action.
He explained that the UWSA has grown stronger and gained advanced equipment—reportedly from China—which helps them produce drugs in larger quantities. Even though Thailand has improved drug enforcement and seized more drugs, production in the region keeps increasing. Thaksin said Thailand needs to work closely with China to break the supply chain.
Thaksin criticized some officials for not doing enough and said old drug-fighting methods no longer work. He also warned about weak checks at sea ports, where about six million shipping containers enter Thailand each year but few are x-rayed. He claimed some containers are purposely left unchecked and pointed to chemicals coming from Cambodia to Laem Chabang Port as a serious threat.
He called for stronger talks with neighboring countries and said if Myanmar cannot shut down drug labs in UWSA areas, Thailand should be allowed to step in under international law. He added that drug operations relying on Thai electricity or communication should be cut off. He also said that anyone who refuses to help fight drugs should be seen as supporting the traffickers.
Thaksin urged the foreign minister to work more closely with regional partners in the coming months and improve intelligence to find drug labs and track drug routes.
Overhaul
He also said Thailand’s drug-fighting strategy needs a major update because current efforts are weak and uncoordinated.
He said that poor coordination among 29 agencies causes inefficiency because of overlapping duties and budget issues. He suggested using modern management, clear responsibilities, and performance reviews to fix this.
Thaksin stressed that police, civil authorities, and local officials must work better together. He urged provincial governors, district chiefs, and police superintendents to cooperate more closely. He proposed seizing assets and prosecuting known traffickers and asked for permission to inspect drug hotspots and report to the interior minister. He noted some big drug figures remain untouched and suggested replacing officials who don’t cooperate while encouraging informal meetings to rebuild trust.
About the Internal Security Operations Command (ISOC), which has a yearly budget of 7 billion baht (3 billion for southern border provinces), he said the agency must show clear results in fighting drugs and securing borders. He warned that if it fails, its continued existence would be hard to justify.
Finally, Thaksin responded to criticism of his administration’s war on drugs by denying that 2,000 people were killed. He said only 70 to 80 deaths were related to drugs and that his operations were legal but firm.
#Thailand #Myanmar #China #ทักษิณ #NarcoticsControl #UWSA #DrugTrafficking #DrugSuppression
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@MEAIndia Just like earlier, UWSA just denied the allegations.
They have denied several times in the past. A simple google search will show it. #GoldenTriangle
They have denied several times in the past. A simple google search will show it. #GoldenTriangle
The Irrawaddy (Eng)@IrrawaddyNews
The UWSA denied involvement in the drug trade after the former Thai prime minister singled the group out and said Bangkok may have to take unilateral action.
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@MEAIndia Cambodia joins the chat. It isn't about the Vihara. It is about #GoldenTriangle
Visegrád 24@visegrad24
BREAKING:
The Cambodian Army is pulling troops toward the border with Thailand after a Cambodian soldier was killed during a border clash with Thai soldiers this morning.
The border conflict in the area started in 2008
The Cambodian Army is pulling troops toward the border with Thailand after a Cambodian soldier was killed during a border clash with Thai soldiers this morning.
The border conflict in the area started in 2008
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@MEAIndia Long thread to the Columbian cartel.
#GoldenTriangle
#GoldenTriangle
Sniper@avarakai
Was listening to @ShashiTharoor expressing his disappointment over the Columbian Government's act of condemning deaths in paxtan, while giving a pass on attacks itself, carried out on Indian soil.
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@MEAIndia Seems like #GoldenTriangle will expand Eastwards too.
Bangkok Post@BangkokPostNews
Cambodia has launched a bold three-pronged strategy—military buildup, symbolic leadership, and limited diplomacy—along the Thai border, exploiting Thailand’s fragmented security response. With tanks, missiles, and political gestures, Cambodia is asserting territorial claims while Thailand faces internal disarray. Experts warn that inaction could embolden further aggression and undermine regional stability.
Audio & full story: bangkokpost.com/thailand/gener…
#BangkokPost #Thailand #Cambodia
Audio & full story: bangkokpost.com/thailand/gener…
#BangkokPost #Thailand #Cambodia
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@MEAIndia Do watch this, if you are interested in knowing more about #GoldenTriangle
The Gygsaw@TheGygsawIN
In @ani podcast, Lt Gen (R) PC Nair explains the dynamics of Bangladesh & Myanmar. Absolutely loved it.
@TheGygsawIN has covered these as well.
Episode 1: Golden Triangle
Episode 2: Bangladesh
Episode 3: India's North East & Myanmar
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@TheGygsawIN has covered these as well.
Episode 1: Golden Triangle
Episode 2: Bangladesh
Episode 3: India's North East & Myanmar
youtu.be/31h26ga_HOQ?si…
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And, it happened.
#GoldenTriangle
#GoldenTriangle
The Irrawaddy (Eng)@IrrawaddyNews
Leaked call with Hun Sen in which Paetongtarn criticizes Thai general amid border row triggers backlash and coalition cracks, raising fears of a new election.
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Chinese nationals caught in scam crackdown.
#GoldenTriangle
#GoldenTriangle
The Irrawaddy (Eng)@IrrawaddyNews
UWSA Hands Over 66 Chinese Nationals to China in Scam Crackdown
July 11, 2025
The United Wa State Army (UWSA) on July 1 transferred 66 Chinese nationals detained in online scam operations in Shan State's Tangyan town to the Chinese government, according to the Wa State Judicial Committee. The committee stated that the arrests and transfers reflect effective cooperation between the UWSA and Chinese authorities in combating cross-border crimes. (Photo: WSP) #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar
July 11, 2025
The United Wa State Army (UWSA) on July 1 transferred 66 Chinese nationals detained in online scam operations in Shan State's Tangyan town to the Chinese government, according to the Wa State Judicial Committee. The committee stated that the arrests and transfers reflect effective cooperation between the UWSA and Chinese authorities in combating cross-border crimes. (Photo: WSP) #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar
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Thailand - Cambodia fire at each other.
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For past few weeks trouble was brewing with the Thailand Regional military threatened to even restrict access for a couple of weeks to stop "unruly" Cambodian visitors to Ta Muen Thom Temple.
Mind you, this is a KHMER HINDU TEMPLE in Thailand.
So, here's timeline of events:
Mind you, this is a KHMER HINDU TEMPLE in Thailand.
So, here's timeline of events:
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Seems like some vested interests have been activated in the Thai Military.
This has huge ramifications for the entire Mekong basin. Might expand #GoldenTriangle and more importantly, sea access.
Will need to see what Hun Sen, Hun Manek & Hun Many do in this situation.
This has huge ramifications for the entire Mekong basin. Might expand #GoldenTriangle and more importantly, sea access.
Will need to see what Hun Sen, Hun Manek & Hun Many do in this situation.
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The escalation is serious.
Nepal Correspondence@NepCorres
Heavy artillery & Rocket shelling reported along the Cambodia–Thailand border.
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Royal Thai Air Force bombs Cambodian military targets.
Waiting for trump to announce ceasefire.
#THKH
Waiting for trump to announce ceasefire.
#THKH
Reuters@Reuters
A Thai F-16 fighter jet bombed targets in Cambodia, escalating border tensions that have resulted in civilian casualties. Both countries accused each other of initiating the clash, with Thailand closing its border reut.rs/3IDitSd
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Seems like Thailand - Cambodia will not stop until they expand #GoldenTriangle
This is escalating faster than expected.
x.com/asiaonecom/sta…
This is escalating faster than expected.
x.com/asiaonecom/sta…
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