China keeps pressure on Cambodia to target cross-border fraud and trafficking

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Zhao ZiwenJanuary 17, 2026 at 10:00 AM

AI Summary

short article 1 min

China is increasing pressure on Cambodia to address cross-border fraud and human trafficking, particularly incidents involving missing Chinese nationals. The Chinese Foreign Ministry conveyed concerns that these cases undermine the relationship between the two countries. This pressure follows the extradition of Chen Zhi, a Cambodian-Chinese businessman, to China on charges including fraud and illegal operations. His arrest resulted from months of collaboration between Chinese and Cambodian authorities. These actions are part of a larger regional effort to dismantle scam operations operating in the area.

Key Entities & Roles

Key Player Opposition Context

Prince Group 50% Prak Sokhonn 60% Sar Sokha 60% Wang ×270% Chen Zhi ×380% China ×690% Cambodia ×690%

Keywords

cross-border fraud 90% human trafficking 80% china 80% cambodia 80% scam operations 70% illegal activity 60% joint operation 50% extradition 50% chinese nationals 50%