A shocking new report by Amnesty International reveals that the Cambodian government is turning a blind eye to horrific human rights violations taking place in at least 53 scamming compounds across the country, where victims are trafficked, enslaved, and tortured.
“Slavery thrives when governments look away.”
— Montse Ferrer, Regional Director, Amnesty International
⚠️ What’s Happening Inside Scam Compounds
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Victims are lured by fake job ads on Facebook/Instagram
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Recruits come from Thailand, Vietnam, China, Indonesia, etc.
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On arrival, they’re locked inside heavily guarded buildings
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Forced to run online scams (e.g., fake investments, love scams)
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Many were tortured, beaten, or sold to other compounds
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At least 9 children were among the victims; some deaths confirmed
🛑 Amnesty’s Accusations
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Cambodian authorities know and allow the abuses
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Some police collaborate or accept bribes from compound leaders
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Police “rescues” are mostly for show, not real enforcement
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Survivors were punished after seeking help
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Journalists and rights defenders have been arrested or silenced
📌 Amnesty Calls For
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Immediate shutdown of all scam compounds
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Criminal prosecution of all perpetrators
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Full identification and legal support for victims
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End of harassment against truth-tellers and the press
🌍 Nationalities Impacted
China / Thailand / Vietnam / Indonesia / Malaysia / Bangladesh / Ethiopia / India / Philippines / Taiwan / Kenya / Nepal
ที่มา : https://www.amnesty.org/en/latest/news/2025/06/cambodia-government-allows-slavery-torture-flourish-inside-scamming-compounds/
