In a significant achievement against cybercrime, 29 Japanese citizens have been arrested in Cambodia for their alleged involvement in fraudulent activities based in the country. The accused were apprehended as part of a larger operation to put an end to scam operations that often exploit unsuspecting victims on the internet. The exact details of the operations and the roles of the arrested individuals remain undisclosed and the investigation continues.

White-collar crimes, particularly internet fraud, have become a significant concern in Japan. The Japanese society places a high emphasis on law and order, and such events can cause a social uproar due to the violation of these values. Furthermore, it is considered disgraceful, as it taints the reputation of the Japanese community abroad.

In the US or EU, similar issues also receive significant attention. Due to the global nature of the internet, cybercrime is an international concern and countries cooperate to resolve such cases. The US and EU nations also have strict laws against cybercrimes and work towards increasing cybersecurity measures.