UAE arrests high-profile wanted suspect, handed over to China
The male suspect is considered one of the most wanted individuals by Chinese authorities on charges of running an organised criminal network that operates gambling sites worth millions of dollars.
The Chinese authorities expressed their appreciation for the UAE's cooperation and their keenness to enhance cooperation and joint action to ensure the security of societies and the international community.
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