On November 22, 2024, the National Data Administration (NDB) released the draft Guidelines for Building National Data Infrastructure (hereinafter referred to as the Guidelines) for public consultation. Feedback submission channels closed on December 1, 2024. The Guidelines aim to establish a clear vision, framework, and developmental goals for data infrastructure, fostering societal consensus and providing a roadmap […]
On November 20, 2024, the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) officially released the Global Data Flow Cooperation Initiative (the Initiative) at the 2024 World Internet Conference Wuzhen Summit. The Initiative, presented in both Chinese and English, underscores China’s commitment to fostering global cooperation on cross-border data flows while balancing innovation, economic development, and security concerns. The Initiative […]
On November 19, 2024, 17 Chinese sector associations jointly released the Data Security Compliance Guidelines for the Industrial and Information Technology Sectors (hereinafter referred to as the Compliance Guideline, please check the original link here). This announcement was a highlight of the Light of Internet Expo, a key segment of the World Internet Conference 2024 Wuzhen Summit. The […]
On November 15, 2024, China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), in collaboration with several other competent authorities, officially released the Guidelines on the Comprehensive Construction of the Standards System for the Lithium-ion Battery Industry (hereinafter referred to as the Guideline). Purpose and Key Objectives The Guideline aims to strengthen the standardization framework for the lithium-ion […]
On 5 December, 2024, the Ministry of Finance issued the Notice on Issues Related to Standards and Implementation Policies for Domestic Products in the Field of Government Procurement (Draft for Comments), inviting public feedback. The deadline for comments is January 4, 2025. This document primarily targets industrial products listed in the Government Procurement Item Classification Directory. It proposes […]
On November 19, 2024, China’s Science and Technology Department of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) published the Requirements for Restricted Use of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Products (Draft for Comment) (hereinafter referred to as the RoHS Standard) for public comment. The opinion submission channel will open until January 18, 2025. The revised RoHS Standard will […]
On August 23, 2024, the National Technical Committee of Auto Standardization (SAC/TC114) released GB/T 44464-2024 General Requirements of Vehicle Data (hereinafter referred to as the General Requirements). This recommended national standard specifies the general requirements for data generated and collected during the research, design, and manufacturing of vehicles, including personal information protection, key data protection, audit assessment, […]
This series will provide a focused exploration of the latest updates on Data Regime and Standardization, China’s standardization system, certification system, standardization in the digital sector, and China’s efforts in standardization for green transition. Whether you’re a policymaker, industry professional, or academic, these webinars will offer valuable insights to help you navigate and engage with China’s dynamic environment. […]
On October 24, 2024, China’s State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) unveiled its response to a proposal from a National People’s Congress delegate on promoting the development of the traction battery recycling industry. The response highlights China’s standardization efforts and plans for the future, and specifically the commitment of SAMR and the National Standardization Administration (SAC) of advancing […]
The 12th Annual Meeting of the Sino-German Standardisation Cooperation Commission (SGSCC) was held from the 13th to 16th October 2024, bringing together industry leaders, government officials, and technical experts to advance key topics in standardisation, such as climate protection, semiconductors, electromobility, intelligent and connected vehicles, and Industry 4.0. The event took place at the Dorint […]