Chinese Actor Rescued from Human Trafficking Network in Myanmar
Thai police confirmed the rescue of Chinese actor Wang Xing, who was trafficked to Myanmar under false pretenses. Wang traveled to Thailand with hopes of landing a job in a major Thai entertainment company, only to find himself forced into a call scam operation across the border.
Wang's family alerted the Chinese Embassy about his disappearance after he went missing near the Thailand-Myanmar border. He was located by authorities in Myanmar, then transported back to Thailand for interrogation, where he recounted his ordeal, including seeing around 50 other Chinese victims at the location.
The area is notorious for online scam networks that have entrapped many individuals in Southeast Asia, often involving false romantic schemes and illegal activities. Initial reviews of Wang's correspondence supported his claims of being lured into the operation.
Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra addressed concerns about the potential impact of this incident on Thailand's global image as a tourist destination, assuring that efforts are underway to address such issues.
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