Chinese authorities attempted to negotiate with influential families operating in northern Myanmar three times, urging them to dismantle their scam operations prior to a large-scale police crackdown in 2023. This information comes from a new documentary jointly produced by China’s Ministry of Public Security and CCTV, which began airing Monday. The documentary details the challenges encountered by Chinese law enforcement while targeting criminal organizations based in northern Myanmar. It highlights the complexities of pursuing these groups across international borders. The three-part series underscores China’s efforts to resolve the issue through diplomatic channels before resorting to other measures. The show sheds light on the scale of scam operations originating in northern Myanmar and impacting Chinese citizens. The recent mass arrests mark a shift towards more direct intervention.