52 Singaporeans Arrested in China Over Pyramid Scheme

PHNOM PENH, September 4, 2026 – Fifty-two Singaporean citizens have been arrested and detained in Guangxi, China, over suspected involvement in a pyramid scheme, in what is believed to be the largest number of Singaporeans detained overseas at any one time.

The arrests were confirmed in a joint statement by Singapore's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) and the Singapore Police Force on Friday. According to sources, the group had been in custody since at least mid-July. Chinese authorities have stated that investigations are ongoing.

Singapore's Second Minister for Foreign Affairs and Home Affairs, Sim Ann, said MFA officers have made three visits to the detainees to check on their well-being and provide consular assistance. She emphasized that the government does not interfere in the judicial processes of other countries but will continue to stress that due process should be accorded to its citizens.

— Source: Channel NewsAsia / Singapore Ministry of Foreign Affairs

https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/52-singaporeans-arrested-china-pyramid-scheme-6362251

Reported by The Khmer Today