Freed from Cambodia's scam compounds, trafficking victims face a new crisis
Cambodia's crackdown on scam centers has created a secondary crisis: thousands of foreign workers, who are trafficking victims, are now roaming the streets of Phnom Penh.
Cambodia's crackdown on scam centers has led to an unexpected secondary crisis. Thousands of foreign workers, who were trafficking victims freed from these compounds, are now roaming the streets of Phnom Penh without shelter or support. The initial crackdown aimed to shut down illegal scam operations, but it left many workers stranded. These freed victims now face a new crisis of uncertainty. They have been liberated from the compounds but have no immediate resources or assistance. The situation highlights the complexities of combating human trafficking and the aftermath of such operations.

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