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Immigration authorities in Kedah have arrested 94 undocumented migrants across multiple locations following intelligence-led operations and public reports, with detainees hailing from Bangladesh, Myanmar, Indonesia and Pakistan.
A Pasir Mas resident faces a RM10,000 fine after being convicted of harbouring two undocumented Myanmar migrants. The case underscores Malaysia's ongoing crackdown on illegal immigration and the legal consequences for those assisting migrants.
Kuala Lumpur authorities arrested 111 undocumented migrants during an immigration raid on Jalan Kenanga, a major wholesale clothing district. The operation reflects ongoing enforcement efforts against irregular labour migration in Malaysia's informal economy.
The Immigration Department detained 86 undocumented migrants from eight countries during a coordinated multi-agency enforcement operation at a shopping mall in Klang on Wednesday.