Pol Maj Gen Viraj is concerned about China's plan to build a deep sea port Muang-Mom in Laos, north of Chiang Saen. The port could facilitate an influx of petrol, military equipment and drugs into the area. At present, China mainly transports agricultural produce and electrical appliances via Chiang Seang harbour. Both countries have set up joint suppression units in Thachilek, Myawaddy and Koh Tong in Burma. We can see that the Burmese authorities are sincere about helping us combat the illicit drug activities even though there is a limit to what they can do.
Drug abuse is a growing problem in Burma.
The Burmese government is also under pressure to prove to the world community that it does not turn a blind eye to the narcotics problem. The seriousness Of the Burmese authorities can be seen in their successful operations, he said. Large quantities of drugs, particularly of amphetamines, have been seized during the first six months of this year. As many as 20-30 million amphetamine tablets were confiscated by Burmese authorities. Problems faced by Burma and Thailand are similar.