Fears of deportation put Myanmar workers at risk of exploitation in Thailand, say experts

Migrant rights advocates state that many Myanmar workers in Thailand face exploitation due to fears of arrest and deportation, a situation exacerbated since the 2021 coup. A recent case involved Thar Thar, allegedly tortured by his employer on April 30 in eastern Thailand after demanding wages, highlighting the precarious conditions and lack of legal recourse for undocumented migrants.