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Draft law expands public-interest litigation to enhance cultural heritage protection
November 03, 2026
China is considering expanding the scope of public-interest litigation brought by prosecutors to strengthen the protection of accessibility rights and cultural heritage, under a draft law submitted to the top legislature for a third reading on Monday.
Draft proposes heavier fines for unauthorized water use
November 03, 2026
A draft revision of China's Water Law would raise the maximum fine for unauthorized water withdrawal to 500,000 yuan (77,000), five times the current ceiling, and impose fines of up to 2 million yuan for violations involving water-saving facilities, under a text submitted to the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress, the top legislature, for a third reading on Monday.
Draft law urges strict anti-graft compliance
November 03, 2026
Chinese enterprises operating across borders are expected to face more regulated management, with a draft law requiring them to establish integrity departments or appoint dedicated staff — based on their size, business scope and risk prevention and control — for clean governance and compliance.

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