Police from China, the United States and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) recently carried out their first joint law enforcement operation targeting telecom and online fraud networks in Dubai, China's Ministry of Public Security said on Sunday.

The operation led to the dismantling of nine fraud centers and the arrest of 276 suspects.

Investigations showed that the fraud rings lured victims into fake romantic relationships through social media platforms, gained their trust and then tricked them into investing in so-called high-return cryptocurrency projects, resulting in financial losses.

According to a ministry official, the joint operation represents a major achievement in Chinese police efforts to advance international law enforcement cooperation.

"Chinese police will continue to deepen pragmatic cooperation with more countries, carry out joint crackdowns, thoroughly dismantle telecom fraud dens, and make every effort to apprehend suspects involved in such crimes to effectively safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of people in all countries," the official said.

(With input from Xinhua)