China's Ministry of Public Security announced on Friday that criminal cases fell 16.5 percent and public security violations declined 11.3 percent year on year in the first half of 2026.
Vice Minister of Public Security Qi Yanjun said China's security environment has attracted international attention.
Some overseas social media users have highlighted what they call China's strong "sense of security."
The numbers reflect a continued improvement in social stability.
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China's economy grew 4.7 percent year on year in the first half of 2026, according to official data released on Wednesday.
Reported technology crimes in Hong Kong fell 6.9 per cent in 2025, yet losses from hacking more than doubled to HK$62.6 million. Police officials linked the rise to high-value attacks on financial institutions and cryptocurrency platforms.
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China's economy posted a steady recovery in the first four months of 2026, with key indicators rebounding and new growth drivers gaining momentum.
Official data showed China's fixed-asset investment dropped 1.6 percent year on year in the first four months of 2026, the National Bureau of Statistics reported.
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Beijing’s top representative in Hong Kong expressed confidence the city can achieve greater development through deeper integration with the mainland.