Discovery of Confidential Military Documents in China

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
A military history buff in China found discarded confidential military documents at a recycling station, prompting the country's Ministry of State Security to investigate and close loopholes in handling such materials.

Key Points

  • Retired man found confidential military documents in discarded books at a recycling station
  • State security agency praised the man for reporting the incident and investigated the matter
  • Loopholes in handling such materials were closed by the military

Pros

  • Prompt action taken by retired man to report the discovery of confidential military documents
  • State security agency investigated the incident and closed loopholes in handling such materials

Cons

  • Difficulty in determining what constitutes a state secret in China due to opaque state security bodies and legal system