Regular census of lakes and rivers could enhance water body protection

China plans to strengthen water body protection by establishing a regular census system for rivers and lakes and introducing a target-based management system to ensure flows that meet basic ecological needs.

Draft revision to Law on State-Owned Assets of Enterprises submitted for first reading

A draft revision to the Law on State-Owned Assets of Enterprises, which has been in effect for nearly 17 years, was submitted Monday to a standing committee session of the top legislature for its first reading.

Focus on laws related to foreign affairs

Several laws concerning foreign affairs are expected to be formulated this year, with the aim to further strengthen construction of China's legal framework regarding international matters, said an official from the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress, the top legislature.

China mulls broader maternity insurance coverage in draft law

Lawmakers are considering a provision in the draft healthcare security law to clarify that the country will improve the maternity insurance system and expand its coverage.

Revised foreign trade law boosts China's drive towards trader of quality

China's newly revised Foreign Trade Law officially came into effect on March 1, 2026. The legislation aims to strengthen legal safeguards as China accelerates its transformation into a trader of quality. The revision reflects China's specific conditions while aligning with international rules and practices.

World Insights: China's landmark legislation offers impetus to global green development

Lawmakers on Thursday voted to adopt the Ecological and Environmental Code at the closing meeting of the fourth session of the 14th National People's Congress. As China's second formal statutory code following the adoption of the Civil Code in 2020, the legislation aims to protect the ecological environment and promote green development through the strictest systems and the most rigorous rule of law.

Commentary: China's adoption of green code paves way for sustainable future

A refined integration of environmental laws and regulations, the new code is designed to advance carbon reduction, pollution control, green expansion and economic growth in a coordinated way, ensuring that development and conservation are no longer in competition, but in harmony.

Revised Civil Aviation Law targets high-quality development of low-altitude economy