Xi stresses the advancement of high-quality development of the Internet and information technology industry

(XINHUA) – BEIJING, July 16. Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC), Chinese president and chairman of the Central Military Commission, gave important instructions on cyber security and computer application work. He pointed out that since the 18th National Congress of the CPC, the country has made remarkable achievements in the development of its application of cyber security and information technology. The overall leadership of the Party has been strengthened in the Internet and information technology industry, the mainstream public opinion in cyberspace has been consolidated and developed, a comprehensive Internet governance system has been basically formed, and the ability and system to safeguard cyber security have been improving. Xi added that China has accelerated efforts to build self-reliance and strength in the Internet and information technology, the leading role of information technology as the driving force for development has been fully played, the rule of law in cyberspace has been steadily improved, a greater say in international affairs and influence in cyberspace has been acquired and strengthened, making a new leap forward in the transformation of China into a country with strong cyber strength.

Xi stressed that as China embarks on a new journey in the new era, the role of the Internet and information technology is becoming increasingly important. Under the guidance of Socialism Thought with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era, the country should fully implement the guiding principles of the 20th National Congress of the CPC and put into practice the important thinking of the CPC Central Committee on building information strength. It is imperative to undertake the missions of upholding socialism with Chinese characteristics and garnering public support, averting risks and ensuring security, strengthening governance and benefiting people’s lives, fueling the momentum of growth and stimulating development, and seeking cooperation with each other advantageous. It is essential to uphold the Party’s leadership in the Internet industry, adhere to the principle that the Internet and information technology must serve the people’s interest, take the road with Chinese characteristics for Internet management, and maintain good coordination between the Internet development and cyber security. Spreading positive energy is the general requirement for the development of the Internet, effective regulation and management the guarantee of its prosperity, and its masterful application the demonstration of excellent governance. It is necessary to work to create a strong cybersecurity barrier and give full scope to the role of information technology as a driving force for development. It is imperative to rule the cyberspace, run websites and apps, and conduct online business according to the law. Efforts must be made to build a community with a shared future in cyberspace and create a fair, clean and responsible team in the Internet and information technology industry. Efforts should be made to promote the high-quality development of this industry, realizing new achievements in building China into a country with strong information strength, thus contributing to the construction of a modern socialist country in all respects, and promoting the great rejuvenation of the China nation on all fronts.

Xi stressed that the party committees (lead party groups) at all levels need to strengthen organizational leadership and overall coordination to ensure that the decisions and agreements of the CPC Central Committee on the Internet and information technology work are implemented to the letter. Internet and information technology departments at all levels must be loyal to the Party and the people, shoulder their responsibilities, be innovative and hardworking, and dare to fight against cyber terrorism and other illegal acts in cyberspace in an effort to provide solid guarantees for the development of high-quality Internet and information technology.

The National Conference on Cyber ​​Security and Information Technology Application was held in Beijing from July 14 to 15. Cai Qi, a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and a member of the Secretariat of the CPC Central Committee, attended the meeting and gave a speech. Ding Xuexiang, a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and deputy premier of the State Council, attended the meeting and conveyed important instructions from Xi Jinping.

Cai Qi stressed in his speech that General Secretary Xi Jinping’s important instructions clearly presented the missions and tasks of the work of the Internet and information technology, clarified the “ten principles to adhere to”, and set out the requirements for work in this sector. He described Xi’s instructions as of political, strategic and guiding importance, which set the direction for work in this area in the new journey into the new era. The instructions must be vigorously implemented, Cai said.

Cai pointed out that great achievements in the development of the Internet and information technology have been achieved since the 18th National Congress of the CPC, and it is basically due to the leadership of General Secretary Xi Jinping and the solid leadership of Xi Jinping Thought on socialism with Chinese characteristics for a New Era. General Secretary Xi’s important thought on increasing China’s strength in cyberspace has provided rational answers to a number of important theoretical and practical questions regarding the development of the Internet and information technology industry. The thought brought the Party’s understanding of the work in this industry to the next level and is a guide to action to advance the high-quality development of the industry in the new journey into the new era. We must further delve into the thinking, understand the significance of the establishment of Comrade Xi Jinping’s central position in the Central Committee of the party and the party as a whole, and the leading role of Xi Jinping’s thinking on socialism with Chinese characteristics for a new era, stay committed to uphold Comrade Xi Jinping’s central position in the Party Central Committee and the Party as a whole and the authority of the Party Central Committee and its centralized and unified leadership, and implement it verbatim in the development of the industry.

Cai pointed out that strategic arrangements were made for the work on the Internet and information technology at the 20th CPC National Congress, and it is imperative that we remain committed to our missions and tasks, make their division more detailed, and focus on implementation. Positive publicity and online guidance must be strengthened, online risks in ideological domains must be protected, and effective comprehensive governance of cyberspace must be strengthened, so as to promote a healthy online environment and firmly exercise leadership on online ideological work . We should implement the major cyberspace security strategies and establish a security system of a large cyberspace by striking a balance between development and security, so as to consolidate the security barrier of China’s cyberspace. It is essential to rely on innovation, self-reliance and empowerment for development, provide a level playing field for the benefit of all, strengthen weak ties, and fully implement the role of information technology as a driving force for development. Efforts should also be made to strengthen cyber legislation, law enforcement, justice administration and legal literacy work, and promote law-based governance of cyberspace. International exchanges and pragmatic cooperation should be deepened in cyberspace affairs. The Party’s supervision of the Internet must be maintained, and its overall leadership of the Internet and information technology work must be strengthened. The Central Cyberspace Affairs Commission and its affiliates, party committees (major party groups) and cyberspace bureaus at all levels should fully assume their core responsibilities so as to create synergy to advance the internet and information technology work.

Li Shulei, a member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and head of the Publicity Department of the CPC Central Committee, expressed in his concluding remarks that we should thoroughly study and implement Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a new era, especially his key thought on increasing China’s strength in cyberspace. Li said that it is necessary to conscientiously implement General Secretary Xi Jinping’s important instructions and resolutely support both the establishment of Comrade Xi Jinping’s central position in the Party Central Committee and the party as a whole, and the leading role of the thinking of Xi Jinping on socialism with Chinese characteristics for a new era, and resolutely uphold Comrade Xi Jinping’s central position in the Central Committee of the Party and the Party as a whole, and uphold the authority of the Central Committee of the Party and its unified leadership and centralized. It is imperative to undertake the missions of upholding socialism with Chinese characteristics and garnering public support, averting risks and ensuring security, strengthening governance and benefiting people’s lives, fueling the momentum of growth and stimulating development, and seeking cooperation with each other advantageous. It is necessary to strengthen the overall leadership of the Party in all aspects of the work of the Internet and information technology, in order to promote the high-quality development of this industry and lay a solid foundation to build China into a great country and realize the its national rejuvenation.

Prominent officials from Beijing, Shanghai, Guangdong and officials from the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, as well as the People’s Daily speeches.

Shi Taifeng, He Lifeng, Zhang Youxia, Chen Wenqing, Wang Xiaohong and Wu Zhenglong were present.

Also present were members of the Central Cyberspace Affairs Commission and senior officials from several provinces, autonomous regions, municipalities, cities specifically designated in the state plan and the Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps, as well as senior officials from the central departments of the government and the party, people’s organizations, state enterprises, military units and major central news websites.