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Cambodian PM's Cousin Admits Stake in Fraud-Linked Payment Firm
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Cambodian PM's Cousin Admits Stake in Fraud-Linked Payment Firm

From Utusan Malaysia · (7m ago) Malay Critical tone

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • A cousin of Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet admitted to holding a 30% stake in a digital payment platform linked to fraud and money laundering.
  • The platform, Huione Pay, was sanctioned by the U.S. government.
  • The businessman stated he did not manage the platform's operations or receive any profits.

A significant revelation has emerged from Cambodia, with a cousin of Prime Minister Hun Manet admitting to a substantial stake in a digital payment platform implicated in cyber fraud and money laundering. Utusan Malaysia reports that Hun To holds 30% of Huione Pay, a company that has faced sanctions from the United States. This news casts a shadow over individuals connected to the country's leadership and raises serious questions about due diligence and the potential for illicit activities within the digital economy. The platform's alleged involvement with international criminal groups and the extradition of its former chairman to China highlight the gravity of the situation. Hun To's assertion that he was not involved in operations or profits, while noted, does little to assuage concerns given the platform's alleged criminal ties. The Cambodian authorities' cancellation of Huione's business license and the ongoing legal processes for creditors underscore the government's response to the scandal. This story is particularly sensitive in Cambodia, where transparency and accountability are crucial for maintaining public trust and fostering legitimate economic growth.

Saya tidak menerima sebarang bahagian daripada baki wang selepas pembubaran.

โ€” Hun ToStating he received no share of the remaining funds after the company's dissolution.
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Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.