Category Archives: economics of modern slavery

Human Trafficking: Right at our door step and on our shore!

Posted on May 8, 2015 by weehingthong

— THEY ARE STILL COMING! Malaysia, one of Southeast Asia’s wealthier economies, has long been a magnet for illegal immigrants from poorer countries in the region, especially for the Rohingys. Malaysia is one of the two Muslim-majority countries that have … Continue reading →

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Did CAA Resources really pay for 2 Datukships? At US$100,000 (RM336,501.90) each?

Posted on November 21, 2014 by weehingthong

— Li Yang, the chief executive of CAA Resources, told the New York Times that he had paid about US$100,000 (RM336,501.90) per royal title for the politicians. The politicians from the “ruling party” have indirect stakes in the mine, NYT … Continue reading →

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Globalization

Posted on August 18, 2014 by weehingthong

— THE GLOBALIZATION OF CRIME CONTINUES TO BE REWARDING FOR THOSE INVOLVED. It allows supply to be channeled to places where there is demand, whatever the product or service. International, organized crime is everywhere. — The Straits Times @STcom  ·  … Continue reading →

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