Islamabad, Special report Pakistan – The Pakistani Mission in Yangon has confirmed that four Pakistani citizens held captive by scam centers have been rescued and returned to Pakistan.
According to a statement, Mr. Saqib Mushtaq and Mr. Waqar Ullah, two of the rescued individuals, revealed that a non-governmental organization (NGO) based in Mae Sot, Thailand, negotiated their release.
*RESUCE DETAILS*
– Four Pakistani citizens rescued from scam centers
– NGO in Mae Sot, Thailand, facilitated release
– Two individuals, Mr. Adnan Abbasi and Mr. Abdul Jasim, also returned to Pakistan
*REACTION FROM PAKISTANI AUTHORITIES*
“The Mission is relieved that our citizens have been rescued and returned home safely,” said a spokesperson. “We appreciate the efforts of the NGO involved and will continue to work towards protecting Pakistani citizens abroad.”
*INVESTIGATION ONGOING*
Authorities are investigating the scam centers and working to apprehend those responsible.
*SAFETY ADVISORY*
Pakistani citizens are advised to exercise caution when traveling abroad and to verify the authenticity of job or business opportunities.
