Speaking to reporters, a 32-year-old Myanmar worker named Lucky shared that the workers had entered Thailand illegally through natural border passages in Mae Hong Son province. Each worker had paid between 15,000 to 20,000 baht for the journey. He explained that general laborers earned 500 baht daily, while skilled workers received 600 baht per day. Lucky attributed the ongoing conflict in Myanmar as the main reason for seeking work in neighboring countries. "The fighting in Myanmar has compelled us to look for opportunities abroad to make a living," Lucky told reporters.
This raid clearly shows Thailand's continuous struggle with illegal immigration. Especially as neighboring Myanmar continues to face internal conflicts, it is driving more people to seek work opportunities across the border. It poses a significant challenge for the country in terms of maintaining law and order and managing the influx of illegal immigrants. The situation also highlights the need for better border control and cooperation between countries to address this issue effectively.