The Ministry of Public Security held on October 10 a conference in order to launch a drive to ensure security for the 14^th APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting (APEC 14), with the participation of high-ranking police officers in northern provinces and cities.

Addressing the conference, Senior Lieut. General Le The Tiem, Deputy Minister of Public Security, stressed that the requirement to ensure security for the summit has set a heavy task for the police force, particularly when the social situation becomes more complex between now and the year's end.

He asked police units in localities to work out plans for fighting underworld criminals, organised crimes, drugs, and criminals involved in corruption, smuggling and trade frauds.

More efforts are needed to ensure the law and order, contributing to the success of APEC 14, said the Deputy Minister. (VNA)