10 Chinese officers go on patrols in Italy

Ten Chinese police officers are working with Italian counterparts in Italy, assisting with cases involving Chinese tourists, the Ministry of Public Security said on Tuesday.

The officers, divided into four groups, are joining Italian officers in patrols of scenic spots in Rome, Milan, Florence and Naples, to help deter crimes against Chinese tourists from June 5 to 25.

During the patrols, Italian officers will have a hotline to the Chinese officers to help Italian police deal with security issues involving Chinese tourists, the ministry said in a statement.