During a recent symposium focused on the development of juvenile courts in China, senior Communist Party of China official Chen Wenqing emphasized the critical role of preventing and controlling juvenile delinquency for the sake of social security and to address public concerns. As a leading member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee, he underscored the need for stringent legal repercussions for juvenile offenders who exhibit malicious intent, employ violent methods, and result in significant harm.

Chen emphasized the importance of early intervention strategies, including corrective education, specialized training, and targeted corrective measures, aimed at minors demonstrating serious behavioral issues. He also called on judicial authorities across the country to impose appropriate punishments on those who violate the rights of minors. Currently, there are over 2,100 juvenile courts established in mainland China, with the first one being founded in Shanghai in 1984.