The head of the Publicity Department of the CPC Central
Committee, Liu Yunshan, has called on China's media organizations
and government departments to improve the way they release
information via the Internet.
Liu referred to the Internet as an "important window through
which the outside world can learn about China".
All the major news websites and government websites should
introduce Chinese issues to international society from different
angles and update information in a timely manner, he said.
Liu also said that in the run-up to the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, an increasing
number of art performances, exhibitions and cultural expos would be
held for an overseas audience to learn about Chinese culture.
He also urged Chinese tourists to obey local laws and
regulations, respect local traditions and customs and be more
civilized when traveling overseas. In this way he believes Chinese
tourists can assist the spread of Chinese culture and project a
positive image for the country.
(Xinhua News Agency January 22, 2007)