The Law on Administrative Review offers new remedies to citizens whose rights are violated by administrative bodies. The recently adopted Law on Legislation clearly provides that any derogation from civil and political rights and any mandatory measure or punishment which restricts personal freedom must be the subject of explicit laws to that effect. Second, a series of transparency policies have been adopted by the judiciary to bring more openness in the police department, the procurators' offices, the court and prison systems. Measures to intensify supervision, to refine procedures of supervision, and to improve on its effectiveness have been carried out vigorously and have brought good results. Third, in the exercise of the rule of law, corruption has been severely dealt with by the authorities.
China strives at having an efficient government with integrity and good work ethics.
Fourth, pursuant to the new Law on the Organisation of Village Committees promulgated last year, the democratic process at the village level has continued to develop. By holding direct elections for the village committees and open discussions by way of making decisions on important village matters, the rural population has fully exercised its democratic right to participate in elections, decision-making, management and supervision. Fifth, the freedom of expression and of assembly have been protected in compliance with relevant laws. Freedom of the press and check and balance by public opinions have been encouraged by the government. Citizens have been encouraged to freely express different views.