China's first childcare services bill has ignited significant discussion as it was submitted to the top legislature for review, marking the latest move in the nation's efforts to foster a birth-friendly society.
Lawmakers began reviewing the country's first draft childcare services law on Monday, a major legislative step to ease child-rearing burdens and cope with demographic challenges.
Lawmakers on Monday began reviewing a draft law on childcare services — the first law of its kind proposed — designed to regulate services, enhance legal protections for children under the age of 3, and strengthen policies supporting childbirth and parenting.