Police patrols have Italian characteristics

Eight Italian police officers are working with Chinese police in China, assisting with cases to protect the safety of Italian tourists, the Ministry of Public Security said on Monday.

The Italian police officers began patrolling in Beijing on Monday and went to Shanghai, Hangzhou and Xi'an. It is the second time Italian police have had joint patrols in China. This exchange concludes on July 29.

The Italian police won't carry weapons, but can serve as translators and offer advice to help with safety cases targeting Italian tourists in scenic spots in the four cities, Hu Binchen, deputy director of the ministry's International Cooperation Bureau, told China Daily.