President urges police to preserve security, justice

Xi called the people's police an important force to ensure the country's security administration and criminal justice. He said its missions are to safeguard national security, uphold social stability, protect people's lives, freedom and legitimate property as well as public property, and prevent, restrain and punish violations of the law and criminal activities.

Xi asked police to resolutely follow the instructions and command of the CPC, adhere to the people-centered philosophy, uphold a holistic view of national security and protect people's interests.