MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine government said on Friday it has begun flying home "distressed" Filipino workers from Laos following a cyber scam crackdown at a shady special economic zone near the country's border with Myanmar and Thailand.

The Laotian press said 771 people from 15 countries were arrested on August 12 at the Golden Triangle Special Economic Zone in Bokeo province, which has emerged as a suspected hub for illegal activity in recent years.

Register to unlock this article

Register to read this story and more for free.

Signing up for an account helps us improve your browsing experience.

Continue

OR

See our subscription options.

Already have an account? Log in here