Human trafficking in Thailand: Authorities act quickly for victims!

Human trafficking in Thailand: Authorities act quickly for victims!

The current situation at the Thailand-Myanmar border is attracting considerable attention. How today.line.me Reportedly, two people have been identified as victims of human trafficking as Thai authorities speed up screening of migrants who have entered the country. These steps are necessary because as of October 25, 2025, 1,233 people have already entered Mae Sot, Thailand from the city of Myawaddy in Myanmar. Among the arrivals, 124 people have been screened so far and authorities are working tirelessly to take legal action.

Police General Thatchai Pitaneelabut described the situation at the border and said that the screening of people could probably take around 10 days. Tagesschau.de adds that thousands of people have been freed from online fraud centers in Myanmar in recent weeks. Many of these people were trapped by false job offers. Overall, it is estimated that around 300,000 people in the border town of Myawaddy alone seek income from such fraud operations.

Return measures coordinated internationally

The Thai authorities have already organized repatriations. India has signaled its willingness to repatriate the affected people. China also plans to use the existing return procedures. However, the entire process could prove lengthy and there is uncertainty, particularly when it comes to repatriating people from Ethiopia, as there is no embassy there. Meanwhile, those not identified as victims face legal prosecution and may face prison sentences or fines.

The situation of people freed from fraud centers is worrying. Many of them live in makeshift camps that lack adequate sanitation and food. In this context, human rights organizations warn of the risk of the disease spreading. It's a race against time to give these people the support they need.

The fight against human trafficking continues

The issue of human trafficking remains a pressing problem in Thailand. So lifts ADRA highlights that many of those affected are affected by cultural practices such as “bride kidnapping”. Young women often have to take care of the family and are forced into a vicious circle of poverty and oppression. Pin's story is an impressive example: After their father's death, the mother had to care for her children alone, while Pin's sisters were married early. Pin herself eventually found help through the Keep Girls Safe project, where she received not only protection but also access to education.

The fight against human trafficking is anything but over. It is up to the authorities, organizations and society to support the people affected and offer them a perspective. The current developments on the Thai-Myanmar border are another wake-up call that highlights the existing problems while underlining the urgency of action.