新华社金边1月4日电（记者 吴长伟）中国驻柬埔寨大使馆4日发布领事提醒，提醒中国公民切勿踏 入"高薪陷阱"。 记者从中国驻柬使馆了解到，近期，媒体报道称一名中国女子流落柬埔寨街头。驻柬使馆得知这一 消息后，立即联系柬埔寨警方等部门及当地热心人士了解核实有关情况，于1月3日下午在西哈努克市一 家医院找到该吴姓女子。该女子当时身体状况很差，使馆当即协调将其转送至另一家医院救治。据吴女 士反映，其受"高薪工作"诱惑来柬，后流落街头。目前，该女子身体状况有所好转，使馆已联系其家属 来柬办理接其回国事宜。 中国驻柬使馆再次提醒中国公民：所谓海外"高薪招聘"信息，很多涉及网赌电诈、黄赌毒等产业， 一旦身陷其中，极易遭到非法拘禁、暴力虐待，甚至面临生命危险。切勿轻易听信传言，以自身安全甚 至生命为代价铤而走险。如发现本人或身边人员受到电诈、非法拘禁等威胁，请尽快向中柬两国警方报 警，并联系中国驻柬使馆寻求协助。 ...

Core Viewpoint - The article reveals the criminal activities of the Liu family in Northern Myanmar, detailing their extensive involvement in various illegal enterprises, including fraud, extortion, illegal detention, gambling, prostitution, drug trafficking, and human smuggling, with total illicit funds exceeding 10 billion yuan [1][84]. Group 1: Criminal Activities and Financial Gains - The Liu family, led by Liu Zhengxiang, has been involved in a range of criminal activities, with fraud-related funds exceeding 2.6 billion yuan, gambling funds over 8 billion yuan, and illegal earnings from prostitution and extortion amounting to 160 million yuan and 17 million yuan respectively [1][84]. - The Liu family transitioned from drug trafficking to a more diversified business model, establishing the Welfare Group in 1996, which became the foundation for their criminal empire [3][5]. - The Welfare Group has developed a systematic approach to telecom fraud, evolving it into a highly organized and large-scale criminal "industry" [23][50]. Group 2: Organizational Structure and Operations - The Welfare Group operates under a corporate model, consolidating various industries under Liu's control, with family members occupying key leadership positions [6][8]. - The Liu family has established a significant presence in the gambling and sex industries, which are perceived as lower-risk and quicker revenue-generating ventures compared to drug trafficking [13][19]. - The group has expanded into real estate, border trade, tourism, and infrastructure projects, solidifying their monopolistic position in the local economy [19][54]. Group 3: Political Connections and Protection - Liu Zhengxiang has strategically built relationships with retired government officials to secure political support and protect his business interests [15][61]. - The establishment of the Longtang militia in 2017 provided the Liu family with armed protection, allowing them to safeguard their operations and suppress dissent within their ranks [70][74]. - The Liu family's ability to navigate the complex political landscape in Northern Myanmar has been crucial for their survival and expansion in the criminal underworld [17][68]. Group 4: Law Enforcement Actions and Consequences - Law enforcement has identified over 28 locations involved in telecom fraud and 7 gambling sites linked to the Liu family, with total criminal proceeds exceeding 10 billion yuan [84][88]. - Recent police operations have led to the arrest of key members of the Liu family, including Liu Zhengqi, and ongoing efforts are being made to dismantle remaining criminal networks in Southeast Asia [82][86]. - The article emphasizes the commitment of law enforcement to eradicate these criminal organizations, highlighting the broader implications for regional security and public safety [88].

Core Insights - The Chinese Ministry of Public Security has launched a special operation to combat crimes related to northern Myanmar, resulting in the arrest of over 57,000 Chinese suspects involved in fraud [1] - The "Four Families" crime groups in northern Myanmar, specifically the Wei and Liu families, have faced significant crackdowns, with cases now entering judicial proceedings [1] Group 1: Wei Family Crime Group - The Wei family crime group, led by Wei Huairen and Wei Qingtai, has been involved in developing 31 fraud parks in northern Myanmar since 2009, generating substantial illegal profits through telecom fraud and gambling [3] - The group has been linked to multiple serious crimes, including fraud, intentional homicide, and drug trafficking, resulting in the deaths of 8 Chinese citizens and involving over 5 billion yuan in fraud and over 9 billion yuan in gambling [3] Group 2: Liu Family Crime Group - The Liu family crime group, led by Liu Zhengxiang and Liu Zhengqi, has established 28 fraud parks since 2018, utilizing armed forces for intimidation and control over their operations [4] - This group is implicated in various crimes, including fraud and human trafficking, with over 2.6 billion yuan in fraud and over 8 billion yuan in gambling activities reported [4]