CLEAN : Thai meth barons look closer to home as pandemic curbs exports

The video discusses the geopolitical context of borders shared by Myanmar with China, India, and Thailand, highlighting the reliance on illegal trade routes for chemical smuggling. Despite intensified border checks due to the pandemic, illegal crossings remain unaffected, allowing continued drug production. The government has increased efforts to secure borders, but traffickers adapt by using alternative routes, particularly through Laos and Thailand.

Describe the methods used by the government to combat drug trafficking.

What role does the area between Myanmar and Thailand play in drug trafficking?