INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
A total of 15 Sri Lankans who were trafficked and forcibly employed in cybercrime centers in Myawaddy, Myanmar have been rescued and
repatriated, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism said.The safe return of Sri Lankans to the country was ensured
during an operation conducted in close coordination with the Sri Lanka Missions in Myanmar and Thailand and with the cooperation of the
Governments of Myanmar and Thailand.This development follows sustained diplomatic engagement undertaken by Sri Lankan authorities, the
Ministry added.The Foreign Ministry noted that it appreciates the Governments of Myanmar and Thailand for their invaluable support in the
Migration (IOM) in Thailand for facilitating international air travel and internal transportation, as well as the assistance provided by
international non-governmental organizations operating in Myanmar for their welfare support throughout the process.The Foreign Ministry
urged the public to remain vigilant against human trafficking schemes when seeking foreign employment.Sri Lankans have also been advised to
strictly adhere to government-approved procedures and verify job opportunities with the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE)
before securing foreign employment.
