THAILAND, the Philippines and Indonesia have been forced to stringently enforce the law against foreign nationals for being involved in illegal activities. The sternest warning came from Thailand Immigration Chief, Sompong Chingduang, who said that the authorities latest action against foreigners found to be breaking the law in the country was 'just the beginning'. The Thaiger portal quoted him as saying that he's targeting to rid Thailand of illegal immigrants, over-stayers, thieves, criminals and those with international warrants. RFA quoted the Manila Police Chief, Guilermo Eleazar, who explained the scammers tactic comparable to how swindlers extort money but using communication technology.' In 2017, 25 people were detained for attempting to smuggle ban substances using post or cargo through the holiday island's international airport.

Source: New Strait Times November 03, 2019 02:15 UTC