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State Department says Trump raised cyber scam compound issue with Xi
August 6, 2026 · The Record · Severity: MEDIUM
President Donald Trump raised the issue of Southeast Asian scam compounds with Chinese President Xi Jinping, according to a State Department official. The conversation was disclosed at a Senate hearing on the transnational problem. This highlights diplomatic efforts to address cyber-enabled fraud operations.
Key Takeaways
- Trump discussed Southeast Asian scam compounds with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
- A State Department official confirmed the conversation at a Senate hearing.
- The issue involves transnational cyber scams affecting multiple countries.