China's Legal Framework and Measures for Counterterrorism

Contents I.An Improving Legal Framework for Counterterrorism II.Clear Provisions for the Determination and Punishment of Terrorist Activities III.Standardized Exercise of Power in Fighting Terrorism IV.Protection of Human Rights in Counterterrorism Practices V.Effective Protection of People's Safety and National Security Conclusion Preface Terrorism is the common enemy of humanity, posing a grave threat to international peace and security, and representing a challenge to all countries and all of humanity. Through unremitting efforts, the international community has gradually established a multitiered framework of legal instruments against terrorism, including international and regional conventions, multilateral and bilateral treaties and agreements, and domestic laws. In the face of new developments in international and domestic terrorism, China has first endeavored to gain a deeper understanding of law-based counterterrorism, summarize its underlying dynamics, and identify appropriate countermeasures. China has found a path of law-based counterterrorism that conforms to its realities by establishing a sound legal framework, promoting strict, impartial, procedure-based law enforcement, and ensuring impartial administration of justice and effective protection of human rights.