The desk aims to serve as a strong communication bridge for Chinese citizens, the Filipino Chinese community and the Philippine police.
—Manila Police District (MPD) acting director Brig. Gen. Arnold Abad
The Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) and the Manila Police District (MPD launched the China Desk, a new Philippine-China police cooperation platform, at Lorenzo Ruiz Plaza in Binondo on Oct. 28, 2025.
Assistant Minister of China’s Public Security Liu Zhongyi, Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission, (PAOCC) executive-director Benjamin Acorda Jr., Manila Police District (MPD) acting director Brig. Gen. Arnold Abad, Federation of Filipino-Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry Inc. (FFCCCII) president Victor Lim and other leaders of the Filipino Chinese community were present during the event.
Abad said the establishment of the China Desk exemplifies the MPD’s “Service Promise.”
He said the desk aims to serve as a strong communication bridge for Chinese citizens, the Filipino Chinese community and the Philippine police.
The China Desk will be staffed with officers fluent in both English and Chinese, providing rapid response and timely assistance to Filipino Chinese community.
Abad said the initiative seeks to eliminate fear and misunderstandings, break communication barriers and foster police-community trust to ensure that all residents, regardless of nationality, culture, or language, can live peacefully in Manila.
Acorda said the China Desk would function as a vital platform for inter-agency coordination and joint law enforcement efforts.
He said it would strengthen cooperation mechanisms between the Philippines and China, particularly in fighting transnational crimes such as human trafficking, online scams, and money laundering.
Acorda also expressed appreciation for the Filipino Chinese community’s longstanding support and contributions.
Representatives from China and the Philippines signed a “Promise and Support Oath,” symbolizing their collective commitment to maintaining peace, justice and a secure, inclusive society.
The oath emphasizes collaboration through open dialogue, information sharing and community cooperation to uphold trust and social harmony in the country.
