Openness to the world

The country's openness to the world reflects its stronger self-confidence, says an article in Beijing News. The following is an excerpt:

On October 17, Premier Wen Jiabao signed the No 537 decree of the State Council, releasing the new regulations on foreign journalists and media institutions, which replaced the old rules enacted for the Olympics.

Under the new regulations, some principal rules enacted during the Olympics have become permanent. For example, foreign journalists can conduct interviews in China without being accompanied by representatives of Chinese authorities and only need the consent of the individuals and organizations to be interviewed. Also, foreign journalists may, on a temporary basis, bring in, install and use radio communication equipment after completing the required application and approval procedures.