China Passes Atomic Energy Law

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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

BEIJING, Sept. 13 (Xinhua) — The Standing Committee of the 14th National People's Congress of China on Friday adopted a new law to ensure the research, development and peaceful use of nuclear energy.

The Atomic Energy Law consists of 62 articles in eight chapters.

China supports the peaceful use of nuclear energy, encourages international exchanges and cooperation in this field, and advocates the sharing of achievements in the peaceful use of nuclear energy in accordance with the law.

The document also states that China fulfills its obligations under international treaties it has concluded or acceded to. China opposes and prohibits all forms of nuclear proliferation activities, prevents and responds to the threat of nuclear terrorism, and promotes the establishment of a fair, cooperative and mutually beneficial international nuclear safety system.

The law also provides for the establishment of a nuclear safety system to strengthen safety measures in the field of research, development and use of nuclear energy.

The law will come into force on January 15, 2026. -0-

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