Sri Lanka's Unwelcome Status as Asia's New Scam Haven The crackdown on cybercrime in Southeast Asia has pushed scam networks to more vulnerable countries.
In recent months, Sri Lanka has become a magnet for foreign scammers displaced from hotspots where authorities have stepped up enforcement.
Sri Lanka's relaxed visa regime and high speed internet make it an attractive destination for these groups. However, beneath the surface lies a complex web of human trafficking, exploitation, and organized crime.