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<p>We continue to be concerned by restrictions to internet freedoms in China, particularly
in relation to freedom of expression. We are aware of new laws requiring real name
registration on online platforms such as Weibo, and are concerned that increasing
numbers of foreign websites are being blocked. We believe that the internet provides
an unparalleled opportunity for communication between governments and citizens, and
is vital for creativity and the development of a knowledge-driven economy. <br><br>We
highlighted the issues of real name registration in our September 2014 update to the
Foreign and Commonwealth Office’s Annual Report on Human Rights and Democracy. The
report and its updates record the range of our concerns. We last raised our detailed
concerns about internet freedoms with Chinese authorities during the UK-China Human
Rights Dialogue in May 2014.</p>
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