China’s Law-Based Cyberspace Governance in the New Era: Keeping Order in a Rule-Based Cyberspace

4. Safeguarding National Cybersecurity

In the area of core internet resources, it has strengthened the management of websites, domains and IP addresses, and improved early warning systems.

In the area of key network systems, it has further strengthened protection for network security and monitored cybersecurity threats.

In the area of internet data, it has strengthened law enforcement on data security involving the Industrial Internet, Internet of Vehicles, and 5G application.

5. Creating a Clean Cyberspace

China has launched Operation Clean Net, Operation Qinglang and other special campaigns to address outstanding problems of strong public concern on the internet, such as pornography, fake information, cyberbullying, and abuse of algorithms.

China has cleaned up the internet through Operation Child Protector and other special programs to maintain a safe online environment for minors, with a focus on illegal and harmful information, online gaming addiction, and unhealthy online socializing.