Hong Kong Task Force Pushes for Rescue of Scam Victims in Southeast Asia

Efforts intensify as officials meet Thai authorities to address human trafficking cases involving Hong Kong residents.

A Hong Kong task force is in Thailand to coordinate the rescue of 12 residents trapped in scam hubs near the Thai-Myanmar and Myanmar-Laos borders.
The victims were lured by fraudulent job offers and forced into illegal work under harsh conditions in Southeast Asia.
Thai authorities have shown strong support, but officials warn that rescue operations in unstable border regions remain challenging.
The task force is working with Thai police, anti-human trafficking committees, and the Chinese embassy to exchange intelligence and secure assistance.
The Hong Kong government is also considering upgrading its travel warning for Thailand to protect residents from similar scams.