Thailand arrests over 100,000 illegal workers, 80,000 Myanmar nationals


BANGKOK: According to a press release from the Thai Ministry of Labour, more than 100,000 foreign workers, including Myanmar nationals, have been arrested within 36 days of the 120-day plan to crack down on illegal workers in Thailand.

The 120-day plan to crack down on illegal workers, spanning from June 5 to July 11, resulted in the arrest of 108,875 undocumented workers in various factories, workplaces, and business sites during the 36-day period.

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