China Tightens Grip on Online Military Information

China has implemented new regulations governing the dissemination of military-related information online. These regulations aim to promote positive portrayals of the military while restricting the spread of information deemed harmful to national security or the military's image.

encouraged, prohibited, and restricted. Encouraged information includes content promoting the military's history, achievements, and contributions to world peace. Prohibited information includes content that endangers national security, defames the military's leadership, or distorts its history. Additionally, misinformation about non-war military actions is also prohibited.

The regulations also emphasize the protection of classified information and require the release of official information during emergencies. The Cyberspace Administration of China views these regulations as crucial for promoting the rule of law in cyberspace and addressing issues like false military information and leaks. The Defense Ministry emphasizes their importance in standardizing online military information dissemination and creating a positive online environment for the military.