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Taiwan's Triads
This article originally appeared in the April 1997 issue of ASIA, INC.
THE
MAJOR TRIADS
Sung Lian Strength: several hundred members, mostly second-and
third-generation mainland immigrants. Activities: debt collection, massage
parlors, brothels, small businesses.
Tian Dao Man Strength: several hundred members,
mostly native Taiwanese. Activities: debt collection, massage parlors,
brothels, small businesses.
Four Seas Strength: up to 2,000 members,
mostly second-and third-generation mainland immigrants. Activities:
construction, security services, debt collection, massage parlors, brothels,
small businesses.
United Bamboo Strength: 10,000 members, mostly
second-and third-generation mainland immigrants. Activities: construction,
security services, debt collection, loan sharking, gambling dens, hostess
clubs, restaurants, small businesses.
United
Bamboo Members' Code of Ethics
1.
Harmony
with the people is the first priority. We have to establish good social and
personal connections so as not to create enemies.
2.
We
have to seek special favors and help from uncommitted gang members by
emphasizing our relationships with outside people. Let them publicize us.
3.
Gambling
is our main financial source. We have to be careful how we handle it.
4.
Do not
take it upon yourself to start things and make decisions you are not authorized
to make. You are to discuss and plan all matters with the group and the elder
brother first.
5.
Everyone
has their assigned responsibility. Do not create confusion!
6.
We
must not divulge our plans and affairs to outsiders, for example to our wives,
girlfriends, etc. This is for our own safety.
7.
We
have to be united with all our brothers and obey our elder brother's orders.
8.
All
money earned outside the group must be turned over to the group. You must not
keep any of it for yourself. Let the elder brother decide.
9.
When
targeting wealthy prospects do not act hastily. Furthermore, do not harass or
threaten them. Act to prevent suspicion and fear upon their part.
10.
If
anything unexpected happens, do not abandon your brothers. If arrested,
shoulder all responsibility and blame. Do not involve your brothers.
Sources:
United Bamboo Gang: Portrait of a Triad, U.S. Customs Service; "Code of
ethics" is translated from a document seized by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's
Department.
© 1997 by
Asia Inc. Ltd.