Myanmar detains U.S. businessman Adam Castillo, according to multiple reports citing unnamed sources. Castillo, based in Yangon, runs a security firm and is described as the founder and owner of AGS Myanmar. He was stopped at Yangon International Airport after traveling to the country and is being held while authorities assess allegations connected to his work and publications.
Several outlets link the detention to a breach-of-trust or financial misconduct allegation related to Castillo’s new book about Myanmar’s 2021 military coup. Another report says Castillo is an author and consultant who has written about the coup and has been involved in the business community. One account also notes he had posted on LinkedIn about ending an international promotional book tour in Malaysia.
Reports also state that the U.S. government has been informed of the detention. NPR says the U.S. State Department is aware of the reported detention but did not provide further comment.
The available reporting does not include official charges, the specific evidence, or details on Castillo’s detention conditions.
