Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines Jing Quan and Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) executive director Benjamin Acorda Jr. met on Jan. 22, 2026 to discuss deepening law enforcement cooperation and combating transnational crimes.
During the meeting, Jing reported that joint operations between the two nations contributed to a 50-percent decline in kidnapping cases involving Chinese nationals over the past year.
He said the death rate associated with these crimes fell by 80 percent during the same period.
The ambassador expressed appreciation for the Philippine government’s support in high-profile operations. In December 2025, authorities from both countries collaborated to arrest and deport Shi Chunfang, a suspect linked to several kidnapping and murder cases.
They also apprehended Hao Bin, a fugitive wanted under an Interpol Red Notice for the suspected embezzlement of 970 million Chinese yuan.
Jing affirmed China’s commitment to cracking down on all forms of illegal activity to protect the lives and property of citizens from both nations. The officials also shared perspectives on addressing online scamming, drug trafficking and other cross-border offenses.
The two sides agreed to reinforce bilateral mechanisms to ensure security for economic trade and people-to-people exchanges.
By strengthening these ties, both governments aim to provide a more stable environment for bilateral cooperation and regional safety.
