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Langkawi's geography aids smugglers of drugs, fuel, and migrants

Malaysia's Langkawi archipelago, known for its tourism, is also being exploited by smugglers. The region's numerous islands and secluded coves, combined with its proximity to Thailand, create ideal conditions for illicit activities. The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency is struggling to intercept fast boats operating in the dark, leading to the smuggling of drugs, fuel, and migrants. AI

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Langkawi's geography aids smugglers of drugs, fuel, and migrants

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 Bahasa(ID) · Ushar Daniele ·

    How Malaysia’s Langkawi became a paradise for smugglers

    Waves break along Cenang Beach as the sun drops over the Andaman Sea, washing Langkawi’s white sand in gold. Tourists sip fresh coconuts beneath rows of bright umbrellas, gazing out at the “Jewel of Kedah”: a duty-free archipelago long sold as one of Malaysia’s premier tropical e…