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Topic: Sustainability and Responsibility · show all topics
In a Legislative Council reply, Hong Kong SAR Secretary for Environment and Ecology Tse Chin-wan detailed safety assessments regarding PFAS in non-plastic tableware alternatives, quality verification procedures under the Green Tableware Platform, and the…
Rules in force7 October 2026
Co-Convenors Canada and Costa Rica, alongside workstream co-facilitators, have announced an updated TESSD work plan targeting MC15. The initiative focuses on trade-related climate measures, environmental goods and services, the circular economy, and exploratory discussions…
Status unclear7 October 2026
The General Office of the State Council of the PRC has made public an action plan targeting water pollution in rivers, ponds, ditches, and industrial parks near communities, extending environmental oversight to counties, rural…
Regulatory guidance3 October 2026
Chinese Premier Li Qiang has signed a State Council decree promulgating a revised 38-article regulation on emergency response to and investigation and handling of electric power safety accidents, taking effect on January 1, 2027.
Adopted legislation3 October 2026
Chinese Premier Li Qiang has signed a State Council decree revising 12 administrative regulations and revoking three others to align national administrative rules with China's landmark Ecological and Environmental Code.
Adopted legislation1 October 2026
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