Xinjiang Corps to step up fight against evil forces

A specialized paramilitary force is to play a more important and irreplaceable strategic role in fighting separatism, extremism and terrorism in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, government officials said on Tuesday.

The Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps was formed 60 years ago to carry out and develop militia duties in guarding border areas.

The corps, also known as Bingtuan, handles its own administrative and judicial affairs under divisions and regiments.