The Chinese top legislature kicked off its 15th session of the 14th National People's Congress (NPC) Standing Committee on Sunday, presided over by Zhao Leji. Over a dozen draft laws and reports are on the table as lawmakers dive into a broad review.
Key items include a draft private sector promotion law, revisions to the Law on the Prevention and Treatment of Infectious Diseases and the Arbitration Law, the first draft of an atomic energy law, and deliberations on a proposed environmental code. These measures highlight efforts to bolster economic growth, sharpen public health tools, streamline dispute resolution, and advance sustainability.
In addition, the committee examined several proposals from the State Council: the draft national development planning law, revisions to the Prison Law, and reports covering environmental protection, state-owned asset management, lawmakers' qualifications, and the appointment and removal of officials. Together, these items mark a concerted push to refine governance and regulatory frameworks across sectors.
As the session unfolds, observers will be watching how these legislative packages shape China's policy landscape, with implications for businesses, tech innovators, sustainability advocates, and global stakeholders alike.
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