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You are listening to NEWS Plus Special English. I'm Mark Griffiths in Beijing.
International agribusiness companies have intensified their efforts to ease public fears over genetically modified products in China, taking to social media platforms to popularize GM science and interact with the public.
"Croplife International", the trade association representing a number of international biotechnology companies, has launched its own Sina Weibo and Tencent WeChat public messaging accounts to engage the public about genetically modified food products amid intense debate about their safety.
"Croplife China", a division of the organization in China, represents 13 international agricultural businesses in China, a majority of which are involved with genetically engineered seeds and the associated insecticides and herbicides.
The Chinese government adopted the policy earlier this year, vowing to increase research and safety management of genetically modified food and promote GM science.
Many GM products are not being marketed in China because of public disapproval.
Some international agribusiness companies have not been allowed to conduct their business in China, since the country has so far only allowed the marketing of domestic GM papaya and cotton.
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Beijing will tighten its parcel mail security as the city counts down to the Sept. 3 military parade commemorating victory in the Second World War.
Every single postal package must be mailed using real names and go through a security check.
Beijing has asked all departments to increase the inspection of delivery companies to ensure postal security in the capital. Neighboring provinces have also been required to strengthen safety supervision for parcels.
China has scheduled a series of events to mark the 70th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression, culminating in a military parade on Sept. 3 in Beijing.
The municipal government has adopted other measures, including limiting cars on the streets and industrial production, to improve air quality during the event.
