Thailand Extradites Key Architect of Myanmar 'Scam Cities' to China

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Thailand's extradition of She Zhijiang, a central figure behind Myanmar's notorious 'scam city' operations, to China marks a pivotal moment in the regional fight against cybercrime. She is accused of masterminding large-scale, forced fraud operations in Myanmar's Wa State, where thousands of trafficked individuals are coerced into running global online investment and romance scams, generating billions in revenue.The move underscores Thailand's strategic alignment with Beijing, strengthening bilateral ties while navigating complex relations with Myanmar's junta, which is widely believed to tolerate or profit from these criminal hubs. For China, the extradition addresses domestic pressure over citizens involved as both perpetrators and victims.While She now faces China's stringent judicial system, the long-term impact remains uncertain. Analysts question whether this signals a genuine, coordinated regional crackdown or is merely a symbolic gesture, as these resilient, well-funded criminal networks have historically adapted by relocating or evolving their methods. True eradication would require unprecedented cooperation between China, Thailand, Myanmar, and Laos—a challenge amid deep-seated mutual suspicions and conflicting interests.

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