China.org.cn | September 21, 2024
China Central Television (CCTV):
According to the resolution made by the third plenary session of the 20th CPC Central Committee, China will deepen international law enforcement cooperation in the realm of security, so as to protect the lawful rights and interests of Chinese citizens and legal entities overseas. How do public security authorities engage in this cooperation and contribute to global security governance? Thank you.
Qi Yanjun:
Thank you for your question. In recent years, the public security authorities have actively implemented the Global Security Initiative, strengthening cooperation with law enforcement agencies worldwide. We've established cooperation mechanisms with foreign law enforcement bodies and conducted joint operations to combat transnational crime. These efforts protect China's overseas interests and firmly safeguard our national sovereignty, security, and development interests. At the same time, we've also proposed new concepts and approaches for security governance to the international community. We're sharing our achievements and experiences in building the rule of law and advancing the Peaceful China Initiative, while actively participating in global public security governance. I would also like to highlight that from Sept. 8 to 10, the Conference of Global Public Security Cooperation Forum will be held in Lianyungang. The forum has garnered significant global attention, with many high-level participants from numerous countries, demonstrating its wide-reaching influence. Our continuous efforts to strengthen international law enforcement cooperation are evident in initiatives like our collaboration with the Myanmar police to combat telecom fraud in northern Myanmar. Through effective cooperation, Myanmar authorities have transferred 10 major telecom fraud ringleaders, including Bai Suocheng, to China. To date, more than 50,000 suspects involved in telecom fraud in northern Myanmar have been arrested. Additionally, we have launched joint operations to combat crimes in the "Golden Triangle" region, working closely with law enforcement agencies in Laos, Cambodia, Thailand and other countries to crack down on transnational crimes that affect Chinese interests.
Moving forward, public security authorities will focus on these four areas:
First, we will strengthen cooperation. We'll work to establish closer, more practical bilateral law enforcement partnerships with foreign counterparts, signing cooperation agreements, setting up liaison hotlines, and establishing regular meeting mechanisms. These efforts will lay a solid foundation for combating transnational crime and protecting China's legitimate overseas interests. We'll also constructively participate in multilateral law enforcement organizations such as the United Nations, Interpol, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, and regional law enforcement bodies, contributing China's wisdom and solutions to global public security governance.
Second, we will intensify crackdowns on transnational crimes that are particularly harmful to the public, such as online gambling, telecom fraud, and other severe offenses like kidnapping, murder and gang crimes involving Chinese citizens abroad. We'll strengthen practical cooperation with foreign law enforcement agencies in investigating cases, exchanging evidence, and apprehending and repatriating suspects. By leveraging Interpol's resources, we will maintain a high-pressure stance against all forms of transnational crime affecting Chinese interests.
Third, we will enhance protection. We will coordinate closely with foreign law enforcement agencies to intensify the protection of Chinese institutions, personnel, and interests abroad. In European countries with a high concentration of Chinese tourists, we'll continue to conduct joint patrols with local law enforcement agencies. Additionally, we will collaborate with relevant departments to strengthen security training and risk assessments for Chinese enterprises overseas, improving their risk awareness and response capabilities.
Additionally, we actively participate in U.N. peacekeeping operations. Since the 19th CPC National Congress, the MPS has dispatched peacemaking police officers to seven U.N. mission areas and the U.N. headquarters. Chinese peacekeeping police have faithfully fulfilled their duties, strictly adhering to U.N. regulations and local laws. They've significantly contributed to peace and stability in mission areas, earning widespread praise. Thank you.
Shou Xiaoli:
Thank you, Mr. Qi and other speakers. Thank you to the friends from the media for attending this press conference. Today's conference is now concluded. Goodbye.
Qi Yanjun:
Thanks to the friends from the media for your interest in and support for our work. Thank you.
Translated and edited by Liu Sitong, Wang Wei, Xu Kailin, Li Huiru, Wang Ziteng, Huang Shan, Yang Chuanli, Li Xiao, Zhou Jing, Gong Yingchun, Yuan Fang, Guo Yiming, Ma Yujia, David Ball, Jay Birbeck, and Rochelle Beiersdorfer. In case of any discrepancy between the English and Chinese texts, the Chinese version is deemed to prevail.