Myanmar destroys over 50 tonnes of narcotics
The destruction took place simultaneously in Yangon, Mandalay and Taunggyi, the capital of Shan state.
The destruction took place simultaneously in Yangon, Mandalay and Taunggyi, the capital of Shan state.
During the second dialogue, the two sides discussed a range of regional security and transnational organised crime issues, including maritime security, supply chain security, money laundering, and cooperation to combat illegal immigration, narcotics, cybercrimes, wildlife trafficking, human trafficking, and financial crimes.
A total of 29.06kg of drugs of different kinds, was seized, including over 20.9kg of methamphetamine, 4.1kg of ketamine, nearly 388g of MDMA, along with other substances.
Police apprehended one suspect and seized a 22-wheel truck registered in Vientiane, which had been specially modified to hide and transport the illicit substances.
Police spokesperson Krishna Murti revealed that international drug syndicates have been recruiting drug couriers in Indonesia, particularly in large cities and vulnerable areas.
Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has officially launched the anti-drug operation Seal Stop Safe to combat drug trafficking in 51 border districts across 14 provinces.