China's procuratorial organs enhance protection of minors, women

China's procuratorial organs have made efforts to ensure the healthy growth of minors and protect the rights and interests of women, said a work report.

This was reported by The Xinhua News Agency.

In 2023, procuratorates across the country maintained a zero tolerance for crimes such as sexual assaults, hurts, and maltreatment of minors, with 67,000 people prosecuted, an increase of 14.9 percent year-on-year, said the report.

Crimes that infringe on women's life, health and personal dignity have been severely punished in accordance with the law, with 46,000 people prosecuted, up 10.7 percent year-on-year, the report said.