Thai 'Fathers for Hire' Citizenship Fraud Probe: 46 Warrants Issued
A probe into citizenship fraud involving 'fathers for hire' in Thailand has led to the issuance of 46 arrest warrants. The scheme reportedly involved foreign nationals temporarily employing Thai men as 'fathers' to facilitate the acquisition of Thai citizenship.
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