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China, France
Laundering through luxury: French authorities fear revival of 'daigou' technique as Chinese tourists return

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The networks involved in a sophisticated laundering technique that relies on artificially VAT-free luxury purchases made in Europe and resold in China lay dormant during the Covid-19 pandemic. But they may soon spring back to life as EU borders reopen to Chinese tourists. France is especially at risk.

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