The Bureau of Immigration (BI) has apprehended a Chinese national last January 24 for allegedly violating the conditions of his working visa.
The Chinese man, identified as 42-year-old Ding Xiaoqui, was arrested in Albay province, pursuant to a mission order issued by BI Commissioner Norman Tansingco.
The arrest was conducted in coordination with the BI’s regional intelligence operations unit (RIOU) 5 together with government intelligence operatives and the Naval Forces Southern Luzon (NFSL).
The case originated from intelligence information indicating that Ding was operating a construction supply hardware store in Albay, despite holding a working visa sponsored by a company in Cubao, Quezon City.
The discrepancy, according to the BI, is a definite violation of the Philippine immigration laws.
Chief of BI Intelligence Division, Fortunato Manahan, Jr., emphasized the importance of collaborative efforts in ensuring the enforcement of immigration regulations.
"This operation showcases the effectiveness of interagency coordination. We appreciate the contributions of our counterparts in providing valuable intelligence for a seamless execution," Manahan said.
Ding was promptly transported to the BI Main Office in Intramuros, where he underwent necessary procedures, including medical and physical examinations.
A Commitment Order was issued on January 25, and Ding was turned over to the BI’s facility in Bicutan, Taguig where he shall remain pending the resolution of his deportation case.
Earlier, the BI had sounded the alarm on foreign nationals who were allegedly being sponsored by fake companies to gain permission to enter the Philippines.
More than 400 foreign nationals have already been blacklisted by the bureau due to these false sponsorships, according to Tansingco.
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