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China Executes 11 Linked to Myanmar Criminal Gangs

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Above: A criminal suspect is handed over to Chinese police at Nay Pyi Taw International Airport, Myanmar, Jan. 30, 2024. Image credit: Yin Gang/Xinhua/Getty Images

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China's execution of 11 gang members operating from Myanmar demonstrates decisive action against transnational crime that defrauded victims of over $10 billion and murdered 14 people. These criminals ran armed compounds facilitating telecom fraud, illegal gambling and drug trafficking while causing massive financial harm to society. Swift capital punishment sends a clear message that such organized criminal enterprises will face the ultimate consequences under the law.

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