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Timor-Leste President Warns of Foreign Crime Infiltration

4/8/2026

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Timor-Leste President José Ramos-Horta warned of foreign organized crime infiltration amid ongoing scam investigations.
Recent raids in Oecusse uncovered a scam center, leading to arrests.
The Australian Federal Police are assisting local law enforcement to bolster cybercrime capabilities amid Prince Group allegations.
Chen Zhi, founder of the Prince Group, faces serious charges in China.
The prime minister shut down a lottery operation connected to gambling controversies.

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Timor-Leste President José Ramos-Horta warned of foreign organized crime infiltration amid ongoing scam investigations.
Recent raids in Oecusse uncovered a scam center, leading to arrests.
The Australian Federal Police are assisting local law enforcement to bolster cybercrime capabilities amid Prince Group allegations.
Chen Zhi, founder of the Prince Group, faces serious charges in China.
The prime minister shut down a lottery operation connected to gambling controversies.