National Security and China's Information Security Standards

Citation
Nathaniel Ahrens, National Security and China's Information Security Standards (Center for Strategic and International Studies) (Nov. 8, 2012) (full-text).

Overview
As part of a concerted effort to promote indigenous innovation, Chinese policymakers have crafted a set of information security standards entitled "Regulations on Classified Protection of Information Security." These protectionist standards, instituted under the guise of national security, are problematic for China, China's trading partners, and the World Trade Organization (WTO). This document analyzes the legal aspects governing these regulations and suggest possible courses of action and remedies.