Trafficking of Chinese nationals to scam centers abroad

Chinese Scam Victims Abroad refers to Chinese nationals who are lured abroad under false pretenses, often with promises of high-paying jobs, only to be forced into participating in fraudulent activities, particularly online scams. These victims are usually moved to locations in Southeast Asia, such as Myanmar, Cambodia, and Laos, where they are forced to work in scam centers, which involve deceiving others through techniques like investment fraud, romance scams, or telephone fraud. In response to this growing issue, the Chinese government has taken steps to rescue its citizens, crack down on the international criminal networks responsible, and strengthen cross-border cooperation with affected countries. Since 2023, Chinese and Myanmar authorities collaborated to arrest over 57,000 individuals involved in cybercrime.

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