April 2, 2004 Ma Yalian, who posted an article on Chinese legal affairs Websites critical of the government’s handling of public grievances, has been sentenced to 18 months in a labor camp. This case was first reported in the U.S. by the New York-based Human Rights in China. Click here for the full article.
Read MoreBy Arnold Zeitlin Posted: April 1, 2004 Click here for full article Article reports that on March 19, the former editor-in-chief of the cutting-edge newspaper, Southern Metropolitan Daily, was arrested on charges of embezzlement. Two senior managers were also recently sentenced to long-term imprisonment for bribery and embezzlement. The report indicates that the government is […]
Read MoreThe Chinese government has stated its intention to check all Internet bars across the country from February to August. It will intensify monitoring and crack down on Internet bars that operate without a license, allow juveniles to enter, or permit the spread of “filthy information.” Click here for the full story.
Read More“For years, China has been trying to end Microsoft Corp.’s monopoly on its computers. It has tried to develop its own operating system. It has appealed to the patriotism of consumers. Now, it is turning to the law. Officials say a new law will be announced by this summer requiring a minimum percentage of software […]
Read More“On Monday, Beijing published a blacklist of Hong Kong political groups accused of being too hell-bent on undermining Chinese rule to serve in local government. On Tuesday, it issued a warning that Hong Kong’s political system would collapse altogether if those who would exclude the Communist Party take control of the local legislature.” Click here […]
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