Anti-Deception Coordination Centre (ADCC) representatives attended the “Anti-Financial Fraud Week” at the INTERPOL Global Complex for Innovation in Singapore between December 1 to 5. The conference was organised by INTERPOL, and over 100 representatives from the legal enforcement and government agencies in Asia Pacific region were invited for participation.

In response to the growing threats of scam compounds in Southeast Asia region, the conference, with the theme “Establishment of Anti-Scam Centre”, provided a critical exchange platform for the participants to explore the emerging threats like social engineering scam, cyber-enabled fraud, scam compounds and its associated criminal activities, and emphasised the importance of setting up anti-scam centres to enhance the coordination and capability in addressing the rising complexity of fraud risks and scam compounds in the region.

Superintendent Lee Wai-see and Chief Inspector Wan Pui-yee from the Commercial Crime Bureau (CCB) were invited to give expert sharings during several thematic discussions with the themes Victim Reporting and Data Collation; Tracing, Intercepting and Recovery of Illicit Assets; and Coordinating Enforcement Actions. With rich experience in ADCC, the two officers shared strategic foresight and practical experience, which provided practical references for regions which intended to establish anti-scam centres.

The conference marked a significant step forward for the region’s effort against frauds, setting a new benchmark for cooperation.

Superintendent of CCB Lee Wai-see (second right) giving expert sharing during panel discussions.