On October 23, the 2026 International Symposium on the Internet Protection of Minors was held in Beijing. Yang Jianwen, Deputy Director of China's State Internet Information Office, attended the opening ceremony and delivered a speech. UNICEF Representative in China Sang Ailing attended and delivered a speech. Niu Yibing, president of the China Federation of Internet Social Organizations, presided over the opening ceremony. Yang Jianwen said that currently, the global wave of artificial intelligence innovation is evolving at an unprecedented speed and is deeply integrated into the lives of minors. The Chinese Government insists on putting equal emphasis on development and safety, takes the protection of the Internet for minors as an important part of managing the network in accordance with the law, continues to improve the legal system for the protection of minors on the Internet, and effectively protects the legal rights and interests of minors. China is willing to work with the international community to adhere to people-oriented, technology-oriented, inclusive sharing, collaborative governance, and work together to build a clean cyberspace. Sang Ailing said that the digital world provides children with opportunities to learn and seek knowledge, stimulate creativity, leisure, entertainment, and communication. China plays an important role in the global digital and artificial intelligence governance landscape. UNICEF will work together to promote scientific and technological innovation and child rights protection so that every child can benefit safely and confidently from the digital world.

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