Nation ups ante against telecom fraud
Domestic collaboration, international cooperation key in dismantling overseas hubs, pursuit of suspects
After a wave of paperwork, Chen Zhi, the ringleader of a major cross-border gambling and fraud syndicate, was finally extradited to China from the Cambodian capital Phnom Penh by a task force of the Ministry of Public Security in early January, marking the successful conclusion of China's 2025 campaign against telecom fraud.
Involved in multiple offenses such as illegal casino operation, fraud, illegal business activities, and concealment or disguise of criminal proceeds, other members of Chen's syndicate were also pursued by Chinese police. Relevant cases are under processing.
Telecom and internet fraud has emerged as a global challenge in crime prevention and governance. Chinese authorities adhere to a dual strategy of domestic crackdowns and international cooperation.
In response to the complex nature of telecom fraud, which is characterized by its evolving forms, cross-border scope, and industrialized operation, public security agencies have taken the lead in coordinating efforts with justice, finance, communications, and other departments, while partnering with numerous countries worldwide to build a collaborative anti-fraud framework, yielding tangible results.
