China’s new internet rules state that content should be mainly positive, uplifting and devoid of rumours. Photo: Shutterstock
China tightens controls on internet to try to remove ‘weeds’ and keep things positive online
- New rules took effect on Sunday putting responsibility on websites, service providers, producers and users
- Content ‘harming national interests’, ‘spreading rumours’, ‘sexual innuendo’ or ‘inappropriate commentary on natural disasters’ is deemed unacceptable
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Censorship in China
China’s new internet rules state that content should be mainly positive, uplifting and devoid of rumours. Photo: Shutterstock