Saw Mut Thone’s Business Network Behind Thailand’s Arrest Warrant — Mizzima’s Investigation

Han Htoo Zaw An arrest warrant has been issued for Major General Saw Mut Thone, a top leader of the Karen State Border Guard Force (BGF), as part of the Thai government's investigation into human trafficking. On one hand, Saw Mut Thone is widely known as a philanthropist involved in building schools, opening clinics, constructing pagodas, and donating to those displaced by war. On the other hand, he also faces allegations of being involved in online scam operations in the Myawaddy region. So, who is Saw Mut Thone? How extensive is his business network? Mizzima will now present the findings of its investigation, based on the verification of documents, land records, business license information, and statements from ground sources. Edited and presented by = Han Htoo Zaw