51 Nepalis Rescued from Cambodia After Being Lured by False Promises
Summary
51 Nepali citizens have been rescued from Cambodia where they were illegally employed in online scamming and casinos, and repatriated to Nepal with embassy and government support.
Key Points
- 51 Nepalis were rescued from Cambodia after being lured by false promises and repatriated to Nepal.
- They had been employed illegally in online scamming centers, casinos, and other illicit activities.
- The Nepali Embassy in Bangkok coordinated the rescue with support from the Cambodian government and NRNA Cambodia.
- The number of Nepalis traveling to Cambodia has surged rapidly from 101 in 2021 to 9,676 in 2025, raising concern over illegal employment and visa issues.
Other Coverage of This Story
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