Students from the public Macao Polytechnic University (MPU) visited the Judiciary Police’s (PJ) Anti-Fraud Coordination Centre last week in order to strengthen their awareness of telecom and online scams, according to a statement by the tertiary education institution on Monday.
The visit was organised by the MPU Student Affairs Office (SAO) and involved members of the university’s Anti-Fraud Ambassadors programme, the statement said, adding that during the visit to the PJ Anti-Fraud Coordination Centre, students received a briefing on the latest telecom and online fraud trends.
The statement noted that officers highlighted how scammers exploit technological loopholes and psychological vulnerabilities, aiming to help the students better understand evolving tactics. The session also introduced the centre’s work in cross-departmental collaboration, data analysis and public education, the statement said, adding that through seminars and outreach activities, the centre continues to raise public vigilance against fraud.
According to the statement, some of the participating students said that the briefing deepened their understanding of various scam methods and prevention strategies. As “Anti-Fraud Ambassadors”, they pledged to promote awareness on campus through themed campaigns and peer sharing, with the aim of integrating fraud prevention into daily campus life and encouraging fellow students to safeguard personal property and campus security, the statement said.
In addition to academic growth, the university places strong emphasis on fostering social responsibility and safety awareness, according to the statement. In support of the local government’s “Campus Anti-Fraud Vaccine Programme,” the SAO launched the “Eagle Eyes” Anti-Fraud Ambassador initiative, striving to empower students to take the lead in fraud prevention outreach, the statement noted.
Through these efforts, the statement said, it aims to build a stronger line of defence to protect lives, property and personal safety.
This undated handout photo provided by the public Macao Polytechnic University (MPU) on Monday shows its Anti-Fraud Ambassadors attending a briefing from a Judiciary Police (PJ) officer at the PJ Anti-Fraud Coordination Centre last week.
