No Mobile Access At Night, "Minor Mode": Key Points From China New Law For Children

Parents in China say the move is good and are offering support to it for now.

China plans to curb excessive phone usage among children and teenagers. The Cyberspace Administration of China, the country's leading internet regulator, released a proposal on Wednesday, suggesting the implementation of a "minor mode" in all mobile devices, apps, and app stores, according to a CNN report. This mode would restrict daily screen time to a maximum of two hours per day, depending on the age group. The move is aimed at fostering "good morality" and "socialist values" among them, the outlet further said.

If approved, these measures would extend the existing efforts made in recent years to limit screen time and shield children from harmful content.

The proposed rules, currently open for public discussion till September 2, outline that mobile applications would automatically close for children and teens using the minor mode once their respective time limits are reached, the outlet said in its report. Additionally, they would receive age-appropriate content.