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Myawaddy Bridge 2 checkpoint reopens for Thai-Myanmar trade
Myawaddy Bridge 2 checkpoint reopens for Thai-Myanmar trade
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 03, 2026
DITP says cargo trucks have begun entering and leaving Myawaddy Bridge 2 after Myanmar approved import licences worth THB620 million.Thai Army closely monitors Thai-Myanmar border as over 1,500 people flee from KK Park zone
Thai Army closely monitors Thai-Myanmar border as over 1,500 people flee from KK Park zone
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 01, 2025
The Royal Thai Army has intensified patrols along the Mae Sot border after Myanmar forces took control of the KK Park zone, prompting over 1,500 foreign nationals to flee into Thailand.Myanmar launches second wave of raids on scam syndicates
Myanmar launches second wave of raids on scam syndicates
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2025
Myanmar troops launch a second wave of raids to dismantle scam syndicates in KK Park, amid suspicions over BGF’s role in letting suspects escape. Thailand’s Third Army maintains its “three cuts” policy and tight border control, while civil groups urge urgent rescue of 181 foreign victims still trapped in the compound and call on the Thai government not to remain silent.Thailand’s Department of Foreign Trade to meet Myanmar’s Ambassador over tightening border measures
Thailand’s Department of Foreign Trade to meet Myanmar’s Ambassador over tightening border measures
FRIDAY, AUGUST 22, 2025
Thailand’s Department of Foreign Trade plans talks with Myanmar’s Ambassador to ease the closure of the Mae Sot-Myawaddy border, which has caused 400 trucks to back up.Tourism and Sports Ministry rejects claims of Taiwanese tourist scam
Tourism and Sports Ministry rejects claims of Taiwanese tourist scam
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 04, 2025
The Tourism and Sports Ministry has denied a viral report alleging that Taiwanese tourists were scammed into travelling to Thailand for free.Blaze hits alleged call-centre scam base in Shwe Kokko border town
Blaze hits alleged call-centre scam base in Shwe Kokko border town
THURSDAY, MARCH 20, 2025
Officials are investigating the cause of fire and extent of damage after border forces repatriated over 8,000 foreign call-centre victimsMyanmar detains more Chinese and Indonesian nationals for illegal entry
Myanmar detains more Chinese and Indonesian nationals for illegal entry
MONDAY, MARCH 17, 2025
Myanmar detained 158 Chinese nationals and three Indonesian nationals who illegally entered Myanmar through border routes in Myawady-Mae Htaw Tha Lay and KK Park areas, according to sources.Nearly 8,000 repatriated after one month of Myawaddy crackdown: BGF
Nearly 8,000 repatriated after one month of Myawaddy crackdown: BGF
SATURDAY, MARCH 15, 2025
Karen group wants to repatriate 3,000 people still in its camp as soon as possibleJapanese national and six key figures in Myawaddy smuggling ring to be extradited
Japanese national and six key figures in Myawaddy smuggling ring to be extradited
SATURDAY, MARCH 15, 2025
Six key figures, including a Japanese national, arrested for their involvement in smuggling, human trafficking, and money laundering operations in the KK Park area of Shwe Kokko and Mae Htaw Tha Lay in Myawaddy Township will be extradited, according to Lt Col Nai Maung Zaw, spokesperson for the Karen State Border Guard Force (BGF).From warlord to developer: Saw Chit Thu’s new vision for Shwe Kokko
From warlord to developer: Saw Chit Thu’s new vision for Shwe Kokko
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 05, 2025
Once infamous for its grey economy, the BGF leader claims he is turning illicit hubs in Shwe Kokko into trade zones – but can his promise of reform be trusted?