DailyStandardization Law

Chinese lawmakers on Monday started to review a draft amendment to the Standardization Law, as the country strives to achieve quality-based development.

The draft expands the scope of standards to cover various sectors, including agriculture, industry, services and social programs, as these currently cover only industrial products, construction and environmental protection.

Nuclear Safety Law

China is expected to establish a national emergency coordination committee to deal with nuclear accidents. The draft law on nuclear safety, states the committee would be responsible for organizing a response to any incident.

The latest draft highlights the need for nuclear transparency, requiring government departments in charge of safety supervision to publish information about nuclear accidents as well as other nuclear-related data. In addition, the draft highlights the importance of disposing of radioactive waste.

Mapping Law

Legislators are discussing a legal change that would require technology companies that make online maps - such as Baidu - responsible for protecting any personal data they collect or use.

The changes, if approved, would cover other companies and institutions that collect, use or share geological information. Governments and the media would also be required to enhance public awareness of China's territory. Related educational elements would be introduced in schools.