LINE

Text:AAAPrint
ECNS Wire

Law-abiding companies, individuals can still use VPNs: ministry

1
2017-07-25 16:48Ecns.cn Editor: Mo Hong'e ECNS App Download

(ECNS) -- The use of virtual private networks (VPN) will not affect individuals and companies that have received approval, said Zhang Feng, spokesperson of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.

Zhang, also the ministry's chief engineer, said at a press conference on Tuesday that the ministry's notice issued in January aims to better regulate Internet services and clean up unapproved equivalents.

According to the notice, locally based VPN providers need to be approved by authorities before they can continue business. Data centers, Internet service providers and content distribution networks will also have to comply with the rules.

These will not affect law-abiding companies and individuals, said Zhang.

Zhang added foreign trade-centers or multinational companies can apply for setting up VPN services in accordance with Chinese laws and requirements. All basic or value-added telecommunications must first acquire approval.

China tries to ensure quality, stable and safe telecommunications services through better management and enhanced regulation, it was said.

At the press conference, Wen Ku, director of the telecom department at the ministry, said countries vary in Internet administration, with China having made significant progress in offering coverage and access speed.

Chinese law forbids the spread of harmful information on the Internet, including that related to terrorism and violence.

  

Related news

MorePhoto

Most popular in 24h

MoreTop news

MoreVideo

News
Politics
Business
Society
Culture
Military
Sci-tech
Entertainment
Sports
Odd
Features
Biz
Economy
Travel
Travel News
Travel Types
Events
Food
Hotel
Bar & Club
Architecture
Gallery
Photo
CNS Photo
Video
Video
Learning Chinese
Learn About China
Social Chinese
Business Chinese
Buzz Words
Bilingual
Resources
ECNS Wire
Special Coverage
Infographics
Voices
LINE
Back to top Links | About Us | Jobs | Contact Us | Privacy Policy
Copyright ©1999-2018 Chinanews.com. All rights reserved.
Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited.