46 more Nepalis rescued from scam jobs in Cambodia
Summary
An additional 46 Nepalis trafficked to Cambodia for illegal online scam and casino fraud operations were rescued and repatriated with support from the Nepali embassy and Cambodian authorities.
Key Points
- 46 Nepalis trafficked to Cambodia and forced into illegal online scams and casino fraud have been rescued and repatriated.
- The rescues occurred on April 13 and 14 with coordination between the Nepali embassy in Bangkok and Cambodian government.
- Nepali embassy warns of strict Cambodian laws against illegal work activities, carrying severe penalties.
- The embassy urges labour approval prior to abroad employment and calls for awareness to prevent illegal recruitment and exploitation.
