Myanmar’s Trafficking in Persons Division discovered nearly 60 cases within the first half of this year, and arrested 98 traffickers state media reported. Authorities uncovered 12 cases in January, 12 cases in February, 10 cases in March, four cases in April, three cases in May and 16 cases in June.

Police rescued nearly 130 victims who were sold into forced labour and forced marriage in neighbouring countries between January and June.

26 cases originated from Shan State, the highest in the country, followed by Kachin State with eight cases and Yangon with six cases.