Nine in 10 Malaysians claiming to be human trafficking victims are actually criminals, says Wisma Putra


KUALA LUMPUR: About 90% of Malaysians who claim they are victims of human trafficking are in truth involved in international fraud syndicates, says Datuk Mohamad Alamin.

The Deputy Foreign Minister said this was revealed by the police in their human trafficking report presented at the Council for Anti-Trafficking In Persons and Anti-Smuggling of Migrants meeting on Feb 26.

Get 20% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Nation

Lorry knocks over utility pole, crashes into Ipoh house
Ex-Felda GM brought to court for remand hearing
Haze: Samarahan records very unhealthy API reading, no areas at hazardous level as of 9am
MACC opens investigation paper into delayed distribution of Baja 3 fertiliser in Kedah
Local airlines cancel Jakarta flights
Carrying on the legacy of unity
Sarawak bears brunt of worsening haze
Loke: Women-only rideshare option needed
Fashion designer’s son critical after being hit by truck
Drying dam prompts S’wak cloud seeding

Others Also Read