NAYPYIDAW, June 30: Myanmar authorities have confiscated 900,000 stimulant tablets in the southern Bago region, according to a report by the state-owned daily Myanma Alinn on Monday. This significant seizure highlights the ongoing struggle against illicit drug trafficking within the country.
Acting on a tip-off, anti-narcotics police intercepted a vehicle in Waw township in Bago on 24 June. Following a search, officers discovered the large consignment of drugs and subsequently arrested three suspects in connection with the illicit haul. The estimated street value of the seized drugs is approximately MMK 1.35 billion kyats ($0.64 million). Further investigations into the operation are understood to be ongoing.
This latest bust in Bago comes amidst Myanmar’s persistent battle against drug production and trafficking, particularly of synthetic stimulants like methamphetamine (often in tablet form, known as ‘Yaba’).
The country, especially its northern Shan State, lies at the heart of the “Golden Triangle,” a notorious region for illicit drug manufacturing that borders Thailand, Laos, and China.
Despite efforts by various authorities, the complex geopolitical landscape and the presence of numerous armed groups in remote areas often facilitate the widespread production and movement of narcotics.
Seizures of this scale are a regular occurrence, underscoring the deep-rooted nature of the drug trade in Myanmar and the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement.
(UNI)
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