Recent reports highlight the growing issue of scam networks operating in Southeast Asia, particularly along the Myanmar-Thailand border. A Hongkonger was recently rescued from a scam farm, believed to be a victim of human trafficking. This incident underscores the broader problem of fraudulent operations in the region, with authorities acknowledging the presence of at least 36 Chinese-run scam gangs. Additionally, a Chinese trafficking ring has been implicated in luring victims to Europe with false job offers, leading to situations of debt bondage and exploitation. The situation has prompted discussions about China's crackdown on these scams and the shifting dynamics of fraud networks in the Philippines and beyond.