China and the Philippines are set to enhance their cooperation in law enforcement to combat organized crime effectively following the raids on illegal POGO hubs in the country.
Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines Huang Xilian and Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin, Chairman of the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) met on July 1 and discussed various strategies to bolster their partnership in addressing transnational criminal activities.
China expressed its appreciation for the recent actions taken by Philippine law enforcement authorities to counter illegal offshore gambling and to rescue several Chinese nationals.
“The Chinese Embassy in the Philippines has been actively collaborating and maintaining open communication channels with their Philippine counterparts throughout this process,” Malacañang said in a statement.
Malacañang said the collaboration between Manila and Beijing shows dedication to fighting transnational crime, citing enhanced cooperation sends a message to criminal groups that their actions will not be tolerated.
The two parties said shared expertise, intelligence, and coordinated actions are key to dismantling criminal organizations.
“This renewed commitment signifies the proactive steps taken by both countries to protect their people and maintain law and order. With a confident and determined approach, both countries are well-positioned to overcome any challenges and ensure that justice prevails over criminal activities,” the statement read.