U Ming Kyaw Linn, Consul-General of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar in Chiang Mai, led a delegation comprising Honorary Consuls-General from Honorary consulates based in Chiang Mai and the Director of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Chiang Mai Office) to the Women Correctional Institution on April 8, 2026.
During the visit, the delegation observed the living conditions, healthcare services, and daily routines of the inmates, including Myanmar nationals. They also viewed the implementation of vocational training programs, language courses, and various activities designed to promote the mental and physical well-being of the inmates, as well as provided donations of food and sanitary items.
Ms. Wipornpak Kaiboonsri, Director of the Chiang Mai Women Correctional Institution, and relevant officials warmly welcomed the Consul-General and the delegation. The Director briefed the delegation on the institute’s objectives and its daily operational processes. During the meeting, the Consul-General emphasized and discussed matters concerning the provision of proper healthcare for over 150 Myanmar nationals among the approximately 1,800 female inmates, as well as ensuring consular access, including the facilitation of contact with their families in Myanmar.
Following the discussion, the Consul-General provided personal care products, ready-to-eat meals including Myanmar traditional food, and necessary supplies for infants born to mothers during their imprisonment. Furthermore, the Consul-General and the delegation showed their support by purchasing various handicrafts produced by the inmates.
