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China Proposes Law to Bar Cybercriminals from Travel

2/3/2026

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China's Public Security Ministry announced a draft Cybercrime Prevention and Control Law to ban convicted citizens from leaving the country for up to three years after serving their sentences.
The bill seeks greater cooperation with Southeast Asian nations to combat cross-border online fraud.
It would also target businesses that support cybercrime and spreading fake news.
Public comments on the draft will be accepted until next month.

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China's Public Security Ministry announced a draft Cybercrime Prevention and Control Law to ban convicted citizens from leaving the country for up to three years after serving their sentences.
The bill seeks greater cooperation with Southeast Asian nations to combat cross-border online fraud.
It would also target businesses that support cybercrime and spreading fake news.
Public comments on the draft will be accepted until next month.