Thai authorities forcibly returned more than 3,500 Myanmar nationals to the Myanmar military junta, who, in turn, forced returnees into the military. Thailand’s actions may amount to torture, refoulement, and human trafficking.

“Thailand should immediately end its unlawful cooperation with the Myanmar military junta, ensure accountability, and establish an effective mechanism to protect Myanmar nationals from forced return, torture, and human trafficking,” said Matthew Smith, CEO of Fortify Rights.

These forced returns violate Thai and international law and place Myanmar nationals directly in harm’s way.

Read the full news release: https://www.fortifyrights.org/tha-inv-2025-12-12/