China ranks fifth among 38 nations globally in standards of cyber governance, a top state-backed internet think tank said on Monday, calling for a ‘democratic’ internet governance system to eradicate inequalities it said marginalized developing nations. Officials have sought a greater role for China in strengthening global internet governance. “We should promote the establishment of a multinational, democratic and transparent global internet governance system,” it said. China’s internet governance initiatives include strict new censorship and surveillance curbs introduced this year that target news outlets, social media and individuals on the net. The report also ranks China as second in global internet development and innovation behind the United States and 23rd in cybersecurity, and gives insight into how China sees its internet development.

Source: Egypt Independent December 04, 2017 08:15 UTC