In Southeast Asia, the Golden Triangle Special Economic Zone (GTSEZ), designed to resemble a mid-sized Chinese city with modern amenities like skyscrapers and a casino, has become a hub for criminal activities. Founded by Chinese businessman Zhao Wei, the zone aims to aid development in Laos, one of the region's poorest countries.

 In a remote corner of Southeast Asia, the Golden Triangle Special Economic Zone resembles a mid-sized Chinese city, adorned with skyscrapers, shopping areas, a casino and an artificial lake. Its purpose, according to Chinese businessman and GTSEZ founder Zhao Wei, is to facilitate development in its host country of Laos, which is home to some of the poorest people in the region.

Golden Triangle Economic Zone in Laos Becomes Hub for Criminal Activities