China is working with Thailand, Myanmar to eradicate online scam: FM

(ECNS) -- China is carrying out active bilateral and multilateral cooperation with countries including Thailand and Myanmar to eradicate online gambling and scams, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said at a regular press conference on Monday.

Various means have been adopted to address both symptoms and the root cause and to prevent lawbreakers from crossing borders, the spokesperson added.

He highlighted that China will spare no efforts to safeguard the life and property of the people and uphold the order of exchanges and cooperation between regional countries.

Chinese Assistant Minister of Public Security Liu Zhongyi in recent days met with officials in Myanmar about efforts to crack down on cross-border internet scamming operations.

According to Thai media reports, Liu traveled on Sunday to Thailand where he was expected to escort hundreds of people involved in the scamming operations back to China.

Guo said the recent crimes involving online gambling and scam that happened along the Thailand-Myanmar border had disrupted normal exchanges and cooperation between regional countries.

“Fighting online gambling and scam demonstrates the Chinese government’s commitment to the people-centered development philosophy. It is a must choice for safeguarding the common interests of regional countries, and meets the shared aspiration of the people of all countries,” he stressed.

The spokesperson said the Foreign Ministry will continue working with competent authorities to direct Chinese embassies and consulates overseas to properly handle relevant cases involving consular protection and help, and protect the safety of overseas Chinese and their lawful rights and interests.