Corps plays key role in fight against terror

The Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps, a specialized paramilitary force, has played a special role in safeguarding the autonomous region's social stability and in cracking down on violent terrorism, a central government white paper said on Sunday.

"Xinjiang has a long border, and safeguarding it is a responsibility the State has entrusted to the XPCC," said the white paper on the history and development of the corps.

The white paper was issued by the State Council Information Office to mark the 60th anniversary of the corps' founding.