On February 25, law enforcement authorities of China and the Philippines jointly repatriated to China around 100 Chinese nationals who engaged in POGO activities in the Philippines. This marks another step in the law enforcing cooperation of the two countries after the ban on POGO takes effect, showcasing the commitment of both sides in combating illegal gambling.

The Chinese government is committed to cracking down on gambling and relevant crimes and always asks overseas Chinese nationals strictly abide by local laws and regulations and do not  engage in any illegal and criminal activities. We urge the Philippines to completely eradicate the scourge inflicted by offshore gambling as soon as possible. China will continue to work with the Philippines to jointly combat crimes. In the meantime, we also call on the Philippines to conduct law enforcement in a just manner and ensure the legitimate and lawful rights and interests of Chinese nationals in the Philippines.