She Zhijiang, a gambling mogul with Cambodian citizenship, claims he’s facing ‘inhumane treatment’ while jailed in Thailand. His lawyers argue this is due to political motivations tied to accusations of illegal operations. The tycoon has been embroiled in an extradition battle with China, which seeks his return.
Having been arrested in Bangkok in 2022 on an international warrant, She is accused by Chinese authorities of running illegal online gambling operations in Southeast Asia. His legal team argues that China’s actions are politically driven, partly due to his refusal to comply with demands to develop a project on the Thai-Myanmar border.
Amid allegations of violence and denial of medical care, the tycoon’s case has faced an uphill battle, with both Chinese and Thai officials declining to comment on his brutality claims. His legal representation is seeking to challenge the Interpol red notice to prevent his extradition.
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