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China promises support to Interpol

Xinhua, November 10, 2016 Adjust font size:

China support the work of the International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol) and do more to work with member to combat cross-border crime.

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lu Kang made the remark at a routine news briefing when commenting on Chinese vice minister for public security Meng Hongwei's election as new Interpol president.

Meng was elected on Thursday at the closing ceremony of Interpol's 85th General Assembly in Bali, Indonesia. He is the first Chinese official to hold the post.

Extending congratulations to Meng, Lu said China attaches great importance to Interpol's role, and is ready to take more responsibility and make a greater contribution to global law enforcement and security cooperation.

Lu promised joint efforts with various countries to create a sound and safety environment for prosperous development.

Meng takes over from Mireille Ballestrazzi of France for a four-year term.

Now headquartered in Lyon, France, Interpol is the second largest international organization after the United Nations with 190 members. China joined Interpol in 1984. Endi