A closer look at scam compounds along Cambodia’s border with Vietnam
CNA • 2026-06-03T06:37:50Z • 2:36:00 • intermediate • News
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Discover the hidden world of scam compounds along the Cambodia-Vietnam border, where once-thriving criminal enterprises now stand abandoned. What led to their downfall and what remains of these notorious sites?
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notorious
/nəˈtɔːriəs/
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famous or well known, typically for some bad quality or deed.
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The notorious criminal was finally captured after years of evading the law.
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abandoned
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having been deserted or left behind.
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enterprise
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a project or undertaking, typically one that is difficult or requires effort.
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Starting a new business is a challenging enterprise that requires careful planning.
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urban
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relating to, or characteristic of a city or town.
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Urban development has transformed the landscape of many cities across the globe.
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dismantled
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taken apart or removed; disassembled.
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The old factory was dismantled to make way for new housing developments.
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complexes
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a group of similar buildings or facilities on the same site.
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