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China State Council vows to strengthen TCM protection and global promotion
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On September 18, Premier Li Qiang chaired a State Council executive meeting that focused on comprehensively strengthening the protection and management of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) knowledge. The meeting emphasized safeguarding the foundation for TCM's survival and development by coordinating resource protection and utilization. It called for deepening research into TCM's basic theories, diagnostic principles, and mechanisms of action, while intensifying efforts to promote the application of traditional TCM knowledge. The meeting also highlighted the need to enhance international exchanges and cooperation to boost the global influence of China's traditional medicine through mutual learning. Additionally, the meeting discussed and approved in principle the draft amendments to 15 laws, including the Emergency Response Law of the People's Republic of China, and decided to submit the draft to the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress for deliberation.
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On September 18, Premier Li Qiang chaired an executive meeting of the State Council.
Key Outcomes
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Protection and Promotion
The meeting noted that efforts must be made to comprehensively strengthen the protection and management of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) knowledge, safeguarding the foundation for TCM's survival and development. Key measures include:
- Coordinating the protection and utilization of TCM resources
- Continuously deepening research and interpretation of TCM's basic theories, diagnostic and treatment principles, and mechanisms of action
- Intensifying efforts to promote the application of traditional TCM knowledge
- Enhancing international exchanges and cooperation
- Boosting the global influence of China's traditional medicine through mutual learning and reference
Legislative Approvals
The meeting discussed and approved in principle the draft amendments to 15 laws, including the Emergency Response Law of the People's Republic of China. It was decided to submit the draft to the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress for deliberation.
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China’s State Council strengthens protection and global promotion of Traditional Chinese Medicine