Laws and Reports

DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL CODE
September 12, 2025
China is making progress on the legislative process for the draft environmental code with three parts of the draft code submitted Monday to an ongoing session of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress (NPC), the top legislature, for a new round of deliberations.
DRAFT REVISION TO FOREIGN TRADE LAW
September 12, 2025
Lawmakers in China are reviewing a draft revision to the country's Foreign Trade Law, which seeks to elevate multiple reform measures into national legislation in response to a rapidly evolving global trading landscape and ongoing domestic economic reforms.
DRAFT AMENDMENT TO CYBERSECURITY LAW
September 12, 2025
Lawmakers are reviewing a draft amendment to the nation's Cybersecurity Law with the aim of strengthening penalties for violations, including those that result in large-scale data breaches or partial loss of functionality of critical information infrastructure.
DRAFT REVISION TO PRISON LAW
September 12, 2025
The legitimate rights and interests of foreign prisoners are expected to be strongly protected in China, as a draft amendment law being considered by legislators emphasizes the importance of providing fair and just treatment during the execution of their sentences.