With the 2008 Olympic games about to start, China has finally lifted some internet restrictions that had been previously placed on foreign media and human right websites. Unfortunately, the world has no guarantee that these relaxed rules will continue once the Olympic ceremonies and sporting events have started.
President Hu Jintao gave a rare press conference to foreign journalists this week issuing the following statement, "Of course, we also hope that during their coverage foreign reporters will follow and abide by Chinese laws and regulations." This warning is what has many officials and journalists worried that their freedom to report the truth may be revoked if Chinese officials decide what they are publishing is false. Under Chinese rules, those acting as journalists agree to "observe journalistic ethics" and to not "distort facts, fabricate rumors, or carry out news coverage by foul means." Journalist also agree to not "engage in activities which are incompatible with unity or community and public interests."
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