This past week, a Brigada reader wrote, asking for more input on the new Chinese security provisions that are apparently set to go into play on Dec. 13th. For more information, see sites like https://backtojerusalem.com/china-introduces-new-law-that-will-change-the-life-of-all-christians-and-foreign-missionaries/ and https://www.computerweekly.com/opinion/Chinas-first-cyber-security-law-what-it-means-for-companies. Are we reading these correctly — that those who provide VPNs for workers in-country will supposedly be fined for breaking this law, even if they’re not inside China? How would that work? Are the workers also in trouble if they choose to use it? Would this not have huge impact on workers inside of China who are living there intentionally because they love God and love people? If this is true, what are options for existing workers already serving there? Can someone help us understand this please?
10) What’s Up With This New Chinese Security Law?
A long time ago I read a book about Brother Yun written by a YWAMMER in Cambodia and I was amazed at his story. So what’s up with the article and the disclaimer about this Eugene person?
VPN services have been against the law in China for a while now. This is nothing new. The only exception are those VPN services operating in China with the Chinese gov’s permission, which are a waste of money. I’m sure that’s self explanatory because a Chinese VPN is not really a VPN. This new proposed law falls in line with what BJ did in 2020 making it illegal to speak against the Chinese gov even if you live outside of China. The Chinese gov cannot enforce such laws unless of course the person who committed the so called crime enters China. Then, it’s a whole other story. This is why many people are refusing to return to China, Hong Kong included. While I haven’t personally heard of this new law related to VPNs, it’s not surprising at all. But, VPN companies who are not operating as a business in China have nothing to worry, unless of course the Chinese gov can somehow influence other govs to crack down on those companies based in those countries, which I bet is a long shot. Ultimately, this really is a non story. Non-sanctioned VPNs have been illegal for sometime. And it’s not just Christians who use them. Many Chinese use them from all walks of life.