In Southeast Asia, a major human trafficking issue persists, with hundreds of thousands enticed by fake job offers, only to be exploited in scams, particularly from Myanmar. Authorities in Thailand have undertaken aggressive measures, cutting utilities to disrupt these operations. Tens of thousands of victims from diverse countries await repatriation, yet logistical challenges impede the process, prompting calls for a comprehensive global response as nations must acknowledge and assist their citizens caught in this dire situation.
"No matter where they are, it's a very large number of people, and the processing of those people is extremely taxing for every government involved."
"A global response is needed for home governments to take responsibility for their citizens."
"The ability to screen them is challenging. The language is a barrier. Technology is a barrier."
"Thailand has recently cut off electricity, internet and gas supplies to several border areas in Myanmar in an attempt to disrupt the scam compounds."
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