
Myanmar Passes Law Authorizing Death Penalty for Cyber-Scam Operators
Myanmar's military-backed parliament has passed a law authorizing the death penalty for forced labor in cyber-scam operations, escalating the consequences for an industry that has rapidly expanded across the conflict-torn nation.
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Myanmar Passes Law Allowing the Death Penalty for Scam Operators
Myanmar’s military-backed parliament passed a law Tuesday authorizing the death penalty for forced labor in cyber-scam operations, escalating the consequences for an industry that has exploded across the conflict-torn nation.
By Khine Lin Kyaw
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