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Thailand has implemented new deportation regulations effective August 28, establishing formal procedures for removing foreign nationals who violate laws or endanger public order. The Interior Minister gains authority to issue deportation orders for six categories of offences.
Indonesia has clarified that its arrest and deportation of Palestinian national Abdul Karim Raed Miqdad on July 16-17 were based on a valid Interpol Red Notice issued by Cypriot authorities, not activism. The 41-year-old businessman faces terrorism charges in Cyprus.
Cambodia deported more than 16,000 foreign online scam suspects in the first half of 2026, part of an intensified enforcement campaign against cybercrime. All deported individuals face permanent re-entry bans.