Chinese President Xi Jinping, in his role as chairman of the Central Military Commission (CMC), has approved new regulations to enhance security measures for the country's critical military-industrial infrastructure. The order, jointly issued by China's State Council and the CMC, underscores Beijing's commitment to modernizing national defense capabilities while safeguarding strategic assets.
The regulations, set to take effect in September 2025, establish comprehensive protection zones around facilities involved in weapons development, equipment storage, and defense-related research. These zones will restrict unauthorized access and prohibit photography, documentation, or surveillance activities near sensitive sites ranging from specialized ports to military data centers.
Premier Li Qiang emphasized the regulations' dual purpose of maintaining operational security while supporting long-term defense modernization goals. The framework mandates coordination between military facility protection and regional economic planning, requiring local authorities to consider national security priorities in development projects.
With 51 articles spanning seven chapters, the document introduces strict penalties for violations while outlining standardized protocols for facility management. Analysts suggest these measures reflect China's strategic focus on technological self-reliance and military readiness amid evolving global security challenges.
