China's three attempts to persuade Myanmar scam syndicates; Trump urges Xi to engage Takaichi

China made three diplomatic attempts to persuade powerful families in northern Myanmar to shut down scam operations before Myanmar police conducted large-scale crackdowns, indicating a coordinated regional effort against transnational crime. Separately, Trump reportedly urged Xi to engage with Japanese PM Takaichi, reflecting ongoing diplomatic maneuvering in Asia. The effectiveness of these efforts and the extent of Myanmar's cooperation remain uncertain.