A significant leadership change took place in January 2025 when Mr. Shu Wei was appointed as the new Deputy Administrator of the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) and Administrator of the China National Certification and Accreditation Administration (CNCA), replacing Mr. Pu Chun.

Mr. Shu, born in December 1967, holds both a master’s and a doctorate in engineering from Tsinghua University. A dedicated member of the Communist Party of China, Mr. Shu has extensive experience in academia, government, and science and technology management, which has prepared him for these pivotal roles.

Career Highlights of Mr. Shu Wei:

  • 1985–1996: Studied Automation at Tsinghua University, earning both a master’s and a Ph.D. He later became a lecturer and held student affairs leadership roles.
  • 1996–1998: Served as a Research Assistant at City University of Hong Kong.
  • 1998–2003: Faculty member at Tsinghua University, furthering his academic career while taking on various leadership roles in student affairs.
  • 2003–2005: Deputy District Mayor of Chaoyang, Beijing, and Director of the Beijing CBD Management Committee.
  • 2005–2013: Deputy Director and Deputy Party Secretary at the Beijing Municipal Bureau/Commission of Commerce.
  • 2013–2014: Director of the China Science and Technology Museum.
  • 2014–2024: Held senior leadership positions at the China Association for Science and Technology (CAST), ultimately rising to Deputy Party Secretary and Executive Vice President.
  • 2024–present: Appointed Vice Administrator of SAMR and, since February 2025, also Administrator of CNCA.

As the new Deputy Administrator of SAMR and Administrator of CNCA, Mr. Shu will oversee several critical departments, including:

  • Department of Law and Regulation
  • Department of Certification Supervision and Regulation
  • Department of Accreditation and Testing Supervision and Regulation
  • Department of Press and Publicity
  • Department of International Cooperation (Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan Affairs)
  • Retired Cadres Office

He will also collaborate closely with various key government affiliated organizations, such as the China National Accreditation Service for Conformity Assessment (CNAS), the China Certification and Accreditation Institute (CCAI), and the China Inspection and Testing Society, to ensure the effective functioning of SAMR and CNCA.

Mr. Shu’s comprehensive background in both public administration and science and technology policy makes him well-positioned to drive forward China’s market regulation and certification systems, contributing to greater international cooperation and enhanced industry standards.