How many raids were conducted to cripple illegal bird’s nest processing?

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Ten raids were conducted in Sarawak as part of Operation Integrated Treasury (OBK) to cripple illegal bird's nest processing and trade in the Kuching area.

Ten raids were conducted between June 1 and June 16 as part of the Operation Integrated Treasury (OBK) in Sarawak, leading to the seizure of assets valued at RM81.8 million related to the illegal bird's nest trade. These operations effectively disrupted the illegal processing and commercial activities involving bird's nests in the Kuching region.
Arrests and Handover to Sarawak Forestry Corporation

Six individuals were arrested during these ten raids. The suspects were subsequently handed over to the Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC) for further investigation. They are suspected of harvesting, collecting, selling, and possessing bird's nests without the necessary valid licence from the Controller of Wildlife.
Legal Framework for Investigation and Seizure

The ongoing investigation into these activities falls under Sections 33(1) and 33(2) of the Wildlife Protection Ordinance 1998. The seizures made during the operation were conducted in accordance with Section 48(1) of the same ordinance, allowing authorities to confiscate assets linked to the illegal trade.
Nationwide Operation Results

Across Malaysia, the OBK operations during the same period yielded significant results, with 70 investigation papers opened and 62 individuals arrested. The total value of assets seized nationwide was estimated at RM98.4 million, encompassing a wide range of wildlife products and other contraband.

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