Chinese, Thai police arrest 12 in Myanmar trafficking crackdown

Chinese and Thai police have arrested 12 suspects linked to a crime ring involved in kidnapping and trafficking individuals to Myanmar for telecom fraud. The arrests follow the high-profile case of Chinese actor Wang Xing, who was lured to Thailand under the guise of a film opportunity but was instead taken to Myawaddy, a known hub for scams. After public outcry and extensive media coverage, Wang was rescued and returned to China, prompting investigations into similar cases of missing individuals reported by families on social media. The Ministry of Public Security in China is now actively investigating these cases and coordinating efforts with embassies to rescue more victims. The criminal group allegedly used deceptive job advertisements on WeChat to attract victims, leading them into trafficking situations. Authorities are emphasizing the need for vigilance against overseas fraud syndicates exploiting job seekers.