China and the United States concluded their 11th bilateral anti-drug intelligence exchange this week, marking a renewed commitment to combat transnational narcotics threats. Held from February 10 to 12 in the U.S., the meeting brought together cross-departmental delegations to address evolving challenges in drug control, as confirmed by China's Ministry of Public Security.
Discussions focused on enhancing coordination in joint case investigations, chemical substance regulation, and anti-money laundering measures linked to drug trafficking. Both parties also prioritized strategies to remove illegal online drug-related content, reflecting growing concerns about digital platforms' role in narcotics trade.
The dialogue yielded concrete plans for future cooperation, building on a partnership first established in 2002. Officials emphasized the importance of maintaining平等和相互尊重 (equality and mutual respect) as the foundation for practical collaboration, with neither side disclosing specific operational details due to the sensitive nature of intelligence work.
This annual mechanism, alternating between host countries, remains a cornerstone of China-U.S. law enforcement engagement despite broader geopolitical tensions. Analysts note its continued operation signals shared recognition of narcotics as a transnational challenge requiring coordinated responses.
