Analysts warn that illegal immigration to work in Thailand poses risks to life and labor exploitation.

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Phnom Penh: Analysts in Cambodia have urged Cambodian citizens and workers to think carefully before deciding to illegally cross the border to work in Thailand, as this is a high-risk move that can put workers at risk of death, discrimination, fraud and labor exploitation.

Dr. Yang Pov, a political scientist at the Royal Cambodian Academy, said that illegally crossing the border into Thailand is extremely risky, as it can lead to arrest, persecution and death. During the illegal crossing.

He said: “Crossing the border illegally to work in Thailand carries many risks. First, there is the risk of your own life, which can be attacked or shot by Thai soldiers or Thai authorities because Thailand does not value our people.”
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The doctor stated that in addition to safety risks, workers who go to work illegally can also face discrimination, labor exploitation, not receiving promised wages, and fraud from brokers or employers.

At the same time, Dr. Kin Phe, director of the Institute of International Relations of the Royal Academy of Cambodia, warned that workers who illegally cross the border to work in Thailand may face arrest, harassment, labor exploitation and unpaid wages after long periods of hard work.

He said: “Please Cambodian workers who are still stubborn and continue to cross the border illegally to Thailand to find work, please think twice, and I would like to emphasize that there are jobs in our country, so please find jobs in Cambodia. “And can also receive free vocational training organized by the Royal Government through the Ministry of Labor and Vocational Training.”

The doctor added that discrimination, insults and human rights violations are also problems that illegal workers may encounter, especially continued illegal immigration activities, which can negatively affect the honor and image of the entire nation.
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The two analysts called on citizens to abandon the idea of ​​illegal immigration and turn to seeking job opportunities or participating in vocational training programs in the country, which are being actively promoted by the Royal Government and the Ministry of Labor and Vocational Training. To build a secure, stable and sustainable future.

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