China's patent business is booming in terms of the number of applications, but the quality of patents is still poor, according to a Monday report to the top legislature.
An inspection of China's air pollution law enforcement has begun, in advance of revision to the law later this year.
Senior lawmakers on Wednesday expressed concerns over the country's low energy efficiency and high emissions, as a recent report suggested that China is lagging behind its energy conservation and emission reduction targets.
The top legislature on Thursday launched inspections on how the Law on the Protection of Minors is being implemented.
The top legislature has started a round of inspections on the implementation of its Patent Law.
The State Council has made revisions to the government work report that will be put for voting at the annual parliamentary session, which is to close on Thursday.
Also, since the budget of courts and promotion of judges are linked with the administration at the same level, independent jurisdiction has been affected, he added.
The chief prosecutor of the northeastern city of Shenyang, is the first high-ranking law enforcer to fall foul of China's anti-corruption campaign this year.