The Chinese government implemented the revised anti-espionage law last year. 

Updates to China’s anti-espionage laws allow authorities to investigate electronic devices, such as smartphones and laptops, in emergency cases of suspected spy activity effective July 1. 

Chinese officials said that civilians who have no connection to espionage activities are exempt from this law. 

However, there are concerns about the vague definitions of espionage and forced inspection of personal devices upon entry into the country as well as information security concerns among business travelers. 

National security continues to intensify under the Xi Jinping administration, impacting foreign companies operating in China as well. 

Implementation of China’s Revised Anti-Espionage Law and its Implications

Summary:
China has updated its anti-espionage law, effective from July 1, to allow authorities to investigate electronic devices like smartphones and laptops in cases of suspected espionage. Although officials claim that civilians not involved in espionage are exempt, there are concerns about the vague definitions of espionage and the potential for forced inspections of personal devices at the border. This has raised information security concerns, particularly among business travelers. The tightened national security measures under the Xi Jinping administration are also affecting foreign companies operating in China.