China Tuesday issued a white paper about its policies and practices on protecting freedom of religious belief.
China pledges to protect freedom of religious belief
As a socialist country under the leadership of the Communist Party of China (CPC), China adopts policies on freedom of religious belief based on national and religious conditions to protect citizens' right to freedom of religious belief, build active and healthy religious relationships, and maintain religious and social harmony, said the white paper published by the State Council Information Office, titled "China's Policies and Practices on Protecting Freedom of Religious Belief."
China adheres to principle of independence and self-management in religious affairs: white paper
China Tuesday issued a white paper stressing that China adheres to the principle of independence and self-management in religious affairs, and that the principle is "a historic choice made by Chinese religious believers."
The white paper, titled "China's Policies and Practices on Protecting Freedom of Religious Belief," was issued by the State Council Information Office.
