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SESEC VI Bimonthly Newsletter: March – April 2026

The Seconded European Standardization Expert in China (SESEC) is a visibility project co-financed by the European Commission (EC), the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) secretariat and the three European Standardization Organizations (CEN, CENELEC and ETSI). One task of the SESEC project is to make the intelligence collection for China Standardization and Technical Regulation. Here we […]

[PAST] Webinar02: Navigating China’s Shifting Standardization Strategy

Since 2025, a distinct shift is gradually taking place in China’s standardization strategy. The rules are changing faster than many have anticipated, especially after the launch of the 15th Five-Year Plan. China initiated a new round of standardization reform in last year; and its impact is already being felt. Relying on past practices may no longer […]

[PAST] SESEC Webinar 03: China Semi-conductor Standardization

Date: Tuesday, 26th May 2026 Time: 10:00 – 11:00 am CET Speaker: Dr. Betty Xu, Director of SESEC Language: English As semiconductor standardization becomes a strategic lever in global competition, China has accelerated its policy and standard-setting efforts throughout 2025-2026. This session unpacks recent regulatory shifts, technical committee dynamics, and emerging standardization priorities. Key Takeaways: […]

[PAST] SESEC Webinar 04: China Hydrogen Energy Standardization

Date: Tuesday, 30th June 2026 Time: 10:00 – 11:00 am CET Speaker: Dr. Betty Xu, Director of SESEC Language: English As hydrogen takes center stage in the global energy transition, China is rapidly building out its policy and standardization framework to support large-scale industrial deployment. This session examines China’s hydrogen policies, standards systems, technical committees, […]

SESEC VI Bimonthly Newsletter: January – February 2026

The Seconded European Standardization Expert in China (SESEC) is a visibility project co-financed by the European Commission (EC), the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) secretariat and the three European Standardization Organizations (CEN, CENELEC and ETSI). One task of the SESEC project is to make the intelligence collection for China Standardization and Technical Regulation. Here we […]

[PAST]SESEC Webinar 01: China Carbon Footprint standardization and certification

Date: Tuesday, March 31, 2026 Time: 10:00 am- 11:00 am CET time Speaker: Dr. Betty Xu, Director of SESEC Language: English As China’s “Dual Carbon” goals accelerate, product carbon footprint management is rapidly transitioning from a voluntary initiative to a mandatory compliance requirement. Join our upcoming webinar for a systematic review of China’s evolving carbon […]

Preview of Upcoming SESEC VI Webinars

As China accelerates its transition toward high-quality development, the country’s regulatory frameworks and standardization systems are undergoing rapid transformation. From carbon footprint management and compulsory certification to cutting-edge sectors like AI, semiconductors, and hydrogen energy, staying ahead of these changes is essential for businesses, policymakers, and standards bodies engaging with the Chinese market. The SESEC […]

SESEC VI Bimonthly Newsletter: November – December 2025

The Seconded European Standardization Expert in China (SESEC) is a visibility project co-financed by the European Commission (EC), the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) secretariat and the three European Standardization Organizations (CEN, CENELEC and ETSI). One task of the SESEC project is to make the intelligence collection for China Standardization and Technical Regulation. Here we […]

2026 Call for Comment on Standardization Projects for RISC-V

On 20 January 2026, China’s National Technical Committee on Integrated Circuit Standardization(SAC/TC599) opened a Call for Comment on 2026 RISC-V Standardization Project Pipeline.   Scope of Call for Comment Instruction Set Standards Translate the development of standards for the RISC-V base instruction set, extended instruction sets, privileged architecture, and instruction set peripherals. Conduct research and […]

SESEC V Bimonthly Newsletter September-October 2025

The Seconded European Standardization Expert in China (SESEC) is a visibility project co-financed by the European Commission (EC), the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) secretariat and the three European Standardization Organizations (CEN, CENELEC and ETSI). One task of the SESEC project is to make the intelligence collection for China Standardization and Technical Regulation. Here we […]