China Unveils Counterterrorism Legal Framework

• China focuses on a robust legal framework for counterterrorism.
• Prioritizes citizen rights and social stability in handling terrorism cases.
• Actively collaborates globally for effective counterterrorism governance.

China’s State Council Information Office has released a white paper titled “China’s Legal Framework and Measures for Counterterrorism,” emphasizing the nation’s commitment to law-based counterterrorism efforts.

The document outlines five key parts, highlighting the development of a robust legal framework, clear provisions for punishment, standardized exercise of power, protection of human rights, and effective safeguarding of people’s safety and national security.

The white paper acknowledges terrorism as a global threat and underscores the shared responsibility of the international community to combat it. As a victim of terrorism, China has prioritized law-based counterterrorism efforts, amending criminal laws, introducing a dedicated counterterrorism law, and upgrading relevant legal provisions to strengthen its legal framework.

Over the years, China has established a comprehensive legal framework for counterterrorism, with the Counterterrorism Law serving as the centerpiece, complemented by the National Security Law and criminal laws. The document also highlights the role of administrative regulations, judicial interpretations, local regulations, and government rules in creating a coordinated and comprehensive approach to counterterrorism.

China actively promotes improved terrorism prevention standards, formulates contingency plans, and supports scientific research and technological innovation in counterterrorism. The white paper emphasizes the involvement of the public in these efforts.

China’s success in curbing terrorism is attributed to firm actions, protecting citizens’ rights, maintaining social stability, and preventing discrimination based on geographical area, ethnic group, or religion. The document underscores China’s commitment to safeguarding the basic rights of citizens, preserving social order, and protecting the rights of victims, suspects, defendants, and convicts in handling cases involving terrorist offenses.

While taking a strong stance against unlawful activities, the white paper also highlights China’s emphasis on the education and rehabilitation of individuals involved in minor offenses related to extremist teachings. Collaborative efforts involving government departments, social organizations, religious groups, schools, and families aim to provide targeted intervention measures for individuals at risk.

China has joined global counterterrorism conventions and actively contributed to regional security and stability. The white paper emphasizes China’s commitment to counterterrorism approaches aligned with the United Nations’ norms and principles, advocating for global efforts to combat terrorism under the rule of law.

Upholding the vision of a global community of shared future, China expresses its willingness to collaborate closely with other countries to advance the global counterterrorism cause as part of global governance, according to the document.

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