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Cyber Scamming Goes Global: Unveiling Southeast Asia’s High-Tech Fraud Factories

Criminal groups use advanced technologies to expand fraud factories, generating $3 trillion annually. This influx of illicit money fuels lawlessness, weakens the rule of law, and poses a serious threat to democracy in Southeast Asia.

Commentary by Julia Dickson and Lauren Burke Preputnik — December 12, 2024

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The Future of Democracy and Human Rights in American Foreign Policy

The change in Administration offers an invaluable time to examine the future of U.S. foreign policy and how democracy and human rights promotion fits into it. This event will discuss the importance of such promotion for U.S. interests and national security.

Event — December 19, 2024

Cyber Scamming Goes Global: Sourcing Forced Labor for Fraud Factories

People from over 100 countries have been trafficked to Southeast Asia’s fraud factories. These victims fail to conform to a single profile, so survivors often face insufficient or inappropriate law enforcement responses. 

Critical Questions by Lauren Burke Preputnik, Julia Dickson, Aly Senko, and Andrew Friedman — December 12, 2024

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“Cyber Scamming Goes Global”: Audio Brief with Julia Dickson and Lauren Burke Preputnik

A short, spoken-word summary from CSIS’s Julia Dickson and Lauren Burke Preputnik on their recent commentaries, “Cyber Scamming Goes Global: Unveiling Southeast Asia’s High-Tech Fraud Factories,” and “Cyber Scamming Goes Global: Sourcing Forced Labor for Fraud Factories.”

Podcast Episode by Julia Dickson and Lauren Burke Preputnik — December 12, 2024

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Driving Impact Live: Leading USAID's Global Mission for Impact

Have you ever wondered how Washington’s most influential policy leaders got their start? Join the Diversity and Leadership in International Affairs Project and explore Washington's most prominent policy trailblazers' exhilarating personal and professional journeys.

Event — November 19, 2024

Peace, Ceasefire, or Stalemate? How Wars End and the Road Ahead for Ukraine

Wars begin, end, or freeze in time. What does data reveal about Ukraine’s likely outcomes? With only 30% of interstate wars ending in victory and over half in stalemates or ceasefires, Ukraine's path may mirror modern conflict patterns.

Commentary by Benjamin Jensen and Jose M. Macias III — November 8, 2024