South African and Chinese police have strengthened the ties between them and vowed to help each other fight crime. Deputy Police Minister Fikile Mbalula met with the People's Republic of China's Vice Minister of Public Safety Chen Zhimin at end of July 2010 where the two signed minutes of talks relating to police operations between the two countries after their discussions.

The talks focused on intensifying transnational crime combating operations but also explored lessons China and South Africa could learn from each other's security models.

Chen and Mbalula also discussed ways the countries could exchange intelligence information on a range of issues, including drug trafficking, illegal immigration, money laundering, arms smuggling and human trafficking.

Mbalula said a strategic relationship with China would promote cooperation and provide clear direction.

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