Chinese authorities investigate alleged gambling rooms at Vanuatu consulate

Chinese public security authorities uncovered an alleged gambling operation at Vanuatu’s Consulate General in Guangzhou, which the cited diplomatic letter said ran from January to April 2025. Vanuatu’s opposition reported the matter to the Ombudsman; its office confirmed receipt and said it was assessing whether to make further inquiries. Vanuatu’s foreign ministry said the matter had been resolved in 2025.