Triads: The Chinese Mafia on the Rise

Triads originated in China in the 17th century as secret societies and gradually developed into criminal organisations. This is the story of how they acquired wealth and power through the drug trade, were able to influence the founding of the Chinese Republic and have gained power and influence around the world.

An investigation into four of the world's largest Chinese triads, whose global influence has grown steadily over the years. Episode 2: In 1997 and 1999, the retrocession of Hong Kong and Macau to the People's Republic of China offered the triads the opportunity to make a pact with their old Communist enemy.

An investigation into four of the world's largest Chinese triads, whose global influence has grown steadily over the years. Episode three: Xi Jinping intends to make China the world’s leading power. In Taiwan, some of the triads are getting involved in politics to promote closeness to Beijing...