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FBI Director Patel Secures China, Russia Crime Partnerships

8/6/2026

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FBI Director Kash Patel announced partnerships with China's Ministry of Public Security and Russian agencies to combat transnational crime.
Officials warn that Patel's planned October visit to Russia could aid infiltration despite surveillance.
In May, a joint raid with Chinese and Dubai police seized KSh 38.8 billion (USD 300 million) and led to 300 arrests.
An FBI memo said China cooperation yielded nine arrests, two chemical plant shutdowns, three website closures and fentanyl-precursor seizures.

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FBI Director Kash Patel announced partnerships with China's Ministry of Public Security and Russian agencies to combat transnational crime.
Officials warn that Patel's planned October visit to Russia could aid infiltration despite surveillance.
In May, a joint raid with Chinese and Dubai police seized KSh 38.8 billion (USD 300 million) and led to 300 arrests.
An FBI memo said China cooperation yielded nine arrests, two chemical plant shutdowns, three website closures and fentanyl-precursor seizures.