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Blogger silenced for his ‘vile influence’

Source: Xinhua | February 29, 2016, Monday |

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CHINA’S top Internet regulator yesterday ordered the microblogging platforms of Sina and Tencent to shut down the accounts of Ren Zhiqiang, a celebrity blogger for spreading “illegal” information.

“Cyberspace is not a lawless field and it should not be used to spread illegal information by anyone,” said Jiang Jun, spokesperson for the Cyberspace Administration of China.

He did not say what information Ren allegedly posted.

Property developer Ren’s microblog accounts were closed after reports he had posted illegal information, “resulting in a vile influence,” Jiang said.

The CAC made the decision in accordance with China’s laws.

Jiang called on both Internet service providers and the public to guard “the bottom lines” of the law, the socialist system, the national and citizen’s legal interests, social order, ethics and the authenticity of information.

Celebrity microbloggers and bloggers dubbed “Big Vs” for their large numbers of followers should use their influence correctly, observe the law, and shoulder their due social responsibilities, Jiang said.

The administration also vowed to intensify its efforts to monitor and manage online information and content, adding that it would not allow the users of the closed accounts to register again under different names.

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Blogger silenced for his ‘vile influence’

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