The Kinahan Cartel, a notorious Irish crime family long based in Dubai, may be seeking a new base in China as authorities in the United Arab Emirates crack down on organised crime. Security experts suggest that China, particularly cities like Shenzhen, could offer the cartel a haven due to limited law enforcement cooperation with Western countries and established links with Chinese criminal groups. The recent move of Scottish gangster Ross McGill, a close Kinahan associate, to China is seen as a possible indicator of this shift. While China presents risks such as state surveillance and harsh penalties, its environment could allow the Kinahans to continue their operations with relative impunity, provided they avoid targeting Chinese interests. The cartel's deep connections with global crime networks and their history of adapting to new jurisdictions highlight the ongoing challenges in combating transnational organised crime.