Cybersecurity Law broadens scope, restricts outflows

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November 14, 2016 | BY

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All personal and 'important' information, network crimes and cyberattacks are caught in the new law's crosshairs. 新出台的《网络安全法》拓宽范围并限制外流，所有个人和“重要”信息、网络犯罪和网络攻击都涵盖在新法的适用范围内。

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By Katherine Jo

Despite strong opposition from foreign governments and business groups, China has passed the PRC Cybersecurity Law that applies to all data transmitted and stored in the nation's networks.

Approved by the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress on November 7 and coming into effect on June 1 next year, the law sets broad restrictions for cross-border data transfers, enhances individual and criminal liability, and threatens to punish foreign hackers.

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