China forms cyber security department

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China forms cyber security department

Chinese President Xi Jinping, according to the Associated Press, "has put himself in charge of a new body to coordinate cyber security, in a sign of Beijing's...

Federal News Network Staff

March 3, 2014 9:37 am

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Chinese President Xi Jinping, according to the Associated Press, “has put himself in charge of a new body to coordinate cyber security, in a sign of Beijing’s concern over its vulnerability to online attacks and its desire to retain tight control over the Internet.” AP says Chinese state media reports the central Internet security and information leading group will draft policy for boosting the country’s defenses, as well as expanding and improving Internet access.