January 2016
Old-age pension expected to rise 10% in 2016
China’s old-age pension for the retired is expected to rise by 10 percent this year according to the Economic Information Daily.
China has raised the old-age pension for 11 consecutive years with an annual increase of 10 percent. It is analyzed that the potential 12th rise will directly benefit 80 million retired people.
From: chinahumanrights.org
Beijing eliminates urban-rural subsistence allowances gap
A total of 50, 000 rural low-income residents in Beijing received the same allowances with urban recipients thanks to the integration of urban and rural subsistence allowance standards.
In recent years, Beijing has been reducing the subsidy gap between rural and urban recipients. From 2011 to 2015, the subsidy standard for each urban resident has risen from 480 yuan to 710 yuan per month and from 300 yuan to 710 yuan for rural residents.
From: chinahumanrights.org
Household registration reform key to urbanization
The household registration reform holds the key to China’s urbanization drive, said Ni Hong, Deputy Minister of the Housing and Urban-Rural Development of China (MOHURD) at a seminar on Jan.4,2016.
From: chinahumanrights.org
Senior official stresses improving ethnic minorities' lives in cities
Top political advisor Yu Zhengsheng has called for cities to be more receptive to ethnic minorities in a written instruction to a two-day conference on urban ethnic affairs, which ended on Jan.6,2016.
Yu, chairman of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference National Committee, said urban ethnic affairs must be managed in accordance with the law and focus on protecting the legal interests of all and providing services to floating ethnic minority populations.
From: Xinhua
Over 60% Chinese ‘satisfied’ with anti-graft efforts: Report
86.9 percent of urban and rural residents in China have confidence in the ongoing anti-corruption campaign, according to a blue book released by Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (CASS) in Beijing on Jan.5,2016.
The book, China’s Combating Corruption and Building a Clean Government Report No.5, analyzed from six aspects China’s practice and achievements in combating corruption in 2015. It is the fifth blue book on this topic by the CASS.
From: chinahumanrights.org
Xinjiang lifts 1.74 million out of poverty
Around 1.74 million people in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region have risen above the poverty line in the past five years, according to new official data.
Big data reveal China’s religious landscape in 2015
Buddhism contributes the most to charity among China’s five major religions, according to the China Religion Survey 2015(CRS) released by the Renmin University of China (RUC) in July 2015.
From: chinahumanrights.org
Two-child policy to create 30m more workers by 2050
China's two-child policy is expected to lead to more than 30 million people joining the work force by 2050 helping curb a looming shortage, according to a senior family planning official.
From:chinadaily.com.cn
Two plans merge into one health insurance program
Medical insurance programs for China's rural residents and urban unemployed will be merged into a single basic health insurance plan to improve equality and efficiency, according to a notice issued on Tuesday by the State Council, or China's cabinet.
From: China Daily
Xi urges confidence in overcoming corruption
China is gaining ground to overcome corruption, President Xi Jinping said at an anti-graft meeting on Jan.12,2016, urging confidence in the campaign.
From: Xinhua
China to ban inferior coal exploration
China will firmly ban the exploration of inferior coal and limit its production, sales and imports in order to control air pollution and protect the environment, said Lian Weiliang, Deputy Director of the National Development and Reform Commission (SDPC).
China’s coal industry will turn to clean and renewable use of energy, said Lian at the 2016 China Coal Trade Conference.
From: chinahumanrights.org
Expats take advantage of loosened visa policy
The Shanghai municipal government has handed out significantly more permanent residence permits to expats since loosening its visa policies in July.
A total of 715 residence permits were issued to expats in the city between July and December, up from 60 during the same period in 2014.
From: China Daily
Dalai group: genes prevent Han people from populating Tibet
“A total of 7 million Han Chinese have moved to Tibet since 1950. However, they are having a hard time reproducing in high-altitude regions due to gene reasons,” said an article issued on the website of the Dalai group on January 2, 2016.
With an intention of getting rid of Han people in Tibet, the Dalai group said Han people were impossible to reproduce in Tibet.
However, if all Han people were out of Tibet as Dalai said, it would be a catastrophe to a multinational country like ours, said Zhu Weiqun, Director of the Ethnic and Religious Committee of the CPPCC, China’s top political advisory body.
In fact, Tibetans and other ethnic groups have lived and thrived on the Qinghai—Tibet Plateau since ancient times.
From: chinahumanrights.org
Chinese people revealed as most optimistic in global survey
Chinese people are almost twice as optimistic about the world as those from other countries, while Britons are the fifth most pessimistic, according to a recent survey.
From: China Daily
Database launched to check identity of Living Buddhas
China launched an online database amid concerns about fake living Buddhas to help followers of Tibetan Buddhism to distinguish the real ones from the fake on January 18, 2016.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China’s income gap narrows in 2015
China's Gini coefficient, an index of income inequality, stood at 0.462 in 2015, the lowest level in 12 years since 2003, according to data released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS).
From:chinahumanrights.org
China to introduce real-name registration for migrant workers
China is set to introduce a real-name registration system for migrant workers to better protect their rights in cases of salary cuts or pay defaults, according to a document issued by the State Council.
From: chinadaily.com.cn
Dalai Lama gets little attention of the world
The 14th Dalai Lama strained to expand his influence in 2015. Taking advantage of his 80th birthday, he held a series of celebrations, catching the attention of the world.
He tried to pay visits to a number of countries, yet got refused by most of them. He kept flip-flopping on the reincarnation issue to draw global attention.
However, politicians in European countries and US have been busy dealing with terrorism and refugee crisis. Economists have been focusing on the world poverty alleviation. Nobody have time to hear what he tried to say, not even running a risk of offending China.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China’s judicial civilization report released
The Evaluation Report on China’s Judicial Civilization in 2015 was released by China University of Political Science and Law on Jan.20,2016.
Shanghai won the first place among twenty provinces, scoring 66.6 points out of 100 points, according to the report.
The average score is 64.5 points. Heilongjiang province was at the bottom with 62.8 points. Beijing ranked 13th with 64.3 points.
From: chinahumanrights.org
13.12 million urban jobs created in 2015
China’s overall employment situation remained stable last year, according to the data released by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security (MOHRSS) on January 22, 2016.
A total of 13.12 million urban jobs were created last year and the registered unemployment rate for urban residents remained at 4.05 percent, the data showed.
From: chinahumanrights.org
Chinese Premier stresses human-centered urbanization
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang has urged efforts to deepen human-centered urbanization as it can improve people's livelihoods and boost economy.
From: Xinhua
China to pilot “plea bargaining” system
China will learn from the “plea bargaining” mechanism to pilot the system of “showing leniency to those who plead guilty” in certain areas this year, according to a statement released at the central conference on political and legal work recently held in Beijing.
From: chinahumanrights.org
Migrant workers hit by wage defaults
A total of 4,815 complaints regarding the wages of migrant workers were referred to public security organs for further investigation in 2015, according to the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security.
Most concerned the nonpayment of wages and enforced pay cuts.
However, the problem of wage defaults "has been contained" since refusing to pay employees was made a crime under a 2011 amendment to the Criminal Law, ministry spokesman Li Zhong said during a news conference on Jan.22,2016.
According to the latest figures, there are more than 274 million migrant workers in China and many have fallen victim to wage defaults due to the nature of their work.
From: China Daily
More than 31,000 prisoners granted early release
A total of 31,527 prisoners, most of whom were juveniles when they committed their crimes, have been released thanks to an amnesty deal, according to an official statement on Jan.25,2016.
From: Xinhua
Subsidy for low-income urban residents reaches 439 yuan
Chinese people’s basic livelihood kept improving last year, according to the data released by the Ministry of Civil Affairs (MCA) on Jan.25,2016.
The cash subsidy standard for each urban resident reached 439 yuan per month last year, and 255 yuan for rural residents, the data showed.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China issues first white paper on nuclear emergency preparedness
The Chinese government published its first nuclear white paper on Jan.27,2016, detailing policies and measures to boost nuclear emergency preparedness and highlighting "a rational, coordinated and balanced" nuclear security approach.
From:Xinhua
Top medical authority says appointment scalpers will be punished
China's top medical authority will investigate and punish the scalping of hospital bookings, a spokesperson announced on Jan.27,2016.
From: China Daily
Xi calls for "strictest" food safety measures
President Xi Jinping has underscored the need to implement the "strictest" measures to ensure food safety.
From: Xinhua
February 2016
Regulations concerning menstrual pain leave a step in the right direction
Women in Anhui Province can take 1-2 days off when suffering menstrual pain so long as they provide a medical certificate, according to the latest labor regulations established by the Anhui provincial government. Anhui is not the only province to take this stance. Other regions, such as Jiangsu Province and Guangdong Province, are also looking to implement similar regulations.
From: Global Times
97% Tibetans hold personal health records
Over 3 million Tibetans, accounting for 97 percent of Tibet’s population, hold personal health records, according to Tibet’s Health and Family Planning Department.
From:chinahumanrights.org
Xi completes media tour, stresses Party's leadership
On March 19, Chinese President Xi Jinping visited the country's three leading media providers and urged them to strictly follow the leadership of the Party.
On the morning of Feb.19,2016, Xi visited the People's Daily, the flagship newspaper of the Communist Party of China (CPC), Xinhua News Agency, the state news agency, and China Central Television (CCTV), the country's broadcaster.
On the afternoon of Feb.19,2016, Xi, also General Secretary of the CPC Central Committee, presided over a symposium on the Party's media work, which was attended by the heads of the three media outlets, and about 180 central media officials, Beijing municipal officials, and representatives of journalists, editors and TV anchors.
From: Xinhua
Xinjiang to train more bilingual teachers
Xinjiang vows to step up teachers training to close the gap between supply and demand for bilingual teachers in the next five years in southern Xinjiang, according to Xinjiang’s education department.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China’s supreme court addresses public concerns over urban planning
“The guideline on urban planning was introduced at the national level and will undergo a legislation process,” said Cheng Xinwen, an official from the Supreme People’s Court (SPC) at a press conference on Feb.23,2016 .
The new guideline was released on February 21, which calls for opening up newly built communities and old communities gradually to deal with urban problems such as traffic congestion.
From: chinahumanrights.org
Official: opening up communities not simply “removing walls”
The street-and-block system which aims to gradually open up gated communities to ease traffic congestion is not simply tearing down walls, according to the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development (MOHURD) on Feb.24,2016.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China encourages eco-friendly burials
China vows to promote eco-friendly burials and encourage joint burial of family members to increase land usage and curb rising grave prices, according to a guideline on green burial jointly issued by 9 ministries recently.
From: chinahumanrights.org
March 2016
Multiple new laws to take effect in March
Several laws and regulations at national and local levels that deal with issues including domestic violence and immovable properties will take effect from March 1, 2016.
The first anti-domestic violence law clearly states that schools, medical institutes and social workers should report to the police in a timely manner once they find suspected abuses.
The relevant authorities must take actions when domestic violence is reported and offer assistance for the victims.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China releases 1st white paper on court reforms
China’s Supreme People’s Court (SPC) released its first white paper on judicial reforms of China’s courts on Tuesday.
A total of 471 courts nationwide were on the list of reform pilots last year, said Li Shaoping, deputy head of the SPC.
11 out of 29 reform missions have been accomplished and most of the rest have obtained some achievements.
From: chinahumanrights.org
Chinese officials expound on green burials
Officials from nine ministries explained the newly-released guideline on green burials on February 29, 2016.
The introduction of green burials is necessary for China’s development. After 60 years of funeral reform to save land resources and protect the environment, more efforts are still needed.
Green burials will reduce people’s financial burdens while meeting their needs. Public cemetery service will be improved and the cost of of private cemeteries will be controlled.
From: chinahumanrights.org
Chinese Muslims enjoy religious freedom
Religious freedom of Chinese Muslims has been protected and their legal awareness has been enhanced, said Guo Chengzhen, vice chairman of China Islamic Association (CIA).
“In recent years, Chinese Muslims conducted their religious activities under the law,” Guo said.
In order to meet the needs of the Muslims who move from west China to work in the east, local governments have established temporary religious sites for them.
China has established over one hundred mosques for female Muslims.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China's top political advisory body starts annual session
China's top political advisory body convened its annual meeting on March 3, kicking off a political high season that will continue with the opening of the country's top legislature later this week.
Yu Zhengsheng, chairman of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) National Committee, opened the session at the Great Hall of the People in the heart of Beijing.
From: Xinhua
China's national legislature opens annual session
The 12th National People's Congress (NPC), China's national legislature, opened its fourth session on the morning of March 5 at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.
Premier Li Keqiang delivers a government work report at the opening meeting, chaired by Zhang Dejiang, chairman of the NPC Standing Committee and executive chairperson of the session's presidium.
Nearly 3,000 NPC deputies attended the opening meeting along with top Party and state leaders Xi Jinping, Yu Zhengsheng, Liu Yunshan, Wang Qishan and Zhang Gaoli.
From: Xinhua
NDRC minister gives press conference on 13th Five-Year Plan
Xu Shaoshi, minister in charge of the National Development and Reform Commission, gives a press conference for the fourth session of China`s 12th National People`s Congress (NPC) on the country`s economic and social development and the draft outline of the 13th Five-Year Plan, in Beijing, capital of China, March 6, 2016.
From: Xinhua
China’s one-child policy has “historic role”
China's population policy adjustment from the one-child policy to the two-child policy is both timely and proper, Fu Ying, spokesperson for the fourth session of the 12th National People's Congress, said at a press conference on March 4, 2016.
The one-child policy, which was adopted over 30 years ago and has helped curb explosive population growth, has played a historic role in China, Fu said.
The policy change is also part of the efforts to counter China’s rapidly aging population.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China ratchets up anti-pollution effort
China will intensify its efforts to reduce pollution, Premier Li Keqiang said in his annual Government Work Report on March 5, citing as an example ambitious targets in fighting smog that will increase the number of days with good air quality.
From: China Daily
China Focus: China outlines supply-side structural reform plan
China's government work report, presented on March 5, emphasized strengthening supply-side structural reform through cutting low-end supply while increasing high-end supply and public products and services.
From: Xinhua
China cracks down on illegal GM crops
China stresses genetic modification (GM) safety and vows to strengthen supervision of GM activities, Chinese Agricultural Minister Han Changfu said at a National People's Congress press conference on March 7.
From: chinahumanrights.org
Minister: China needs a more flexible employment model
China’s current employment model does harm to workers’ interests and reduces job opportunities, China’s Finance Minister Lou Jiwei said at a National People's Congress press conference on Monday.
Lou said the model was established based on standard labor time according to China’s Labor Contract Law, which actually offered more protection for elder employees rather than the new.
From: chinahumanrights.org
Five-year development plan endorsed by NPC committee
The draft outline of the 13th Five-Year Plan on national economy and social development was endorsed by the National People's Congress (NPC) Financial and Economic Committee (FEC) at a meeting on March 9.
The draft has been examined by NPC deputies as well as the FEC and related committees since it was submitted on Saturday to the NPC annual session.
From: Xinhua
Xinhua Insight: NPC hopes charity law can help poverty fight
A draft of China's first bill regulating charities was submitted to the national legislature on March 9, with lawmakers hoping it can give donors confidence to help the country meet its poverty alleviation targets.
From: Xinhua
Xi stresses environmental protection, poverty relief in ethnic regions
Chinese President Xi Jinping called for greater environmental protection, poverty relief and development in the country's ethnic regions on March 10.
He made the remarks when joining national lawmakers from the northwestern province of Qinghai during the annual parliamentary session.
Xi listened to opinions from eight lawmakers on green development, medical reforms, equal access to education, ethnic unity and targeted poverty relief.
From: Xinhua
Minister of Environmental Protection gives press conference on sidelines of NPC session
Chinese Minister of Environmental Protection Chen Jining gives a press conference on how to promote environmental protection on the sidelines of the fourth session of China`s 12th National People`s Congress in Beijing, capital of China, March 11, 2016.
From: Xinhua
China Headlines: China defends human rights in judicial practice
A more efficient and fairer justice system has improved human rights protection in China with many wrongful convictions corrected, court proceeding streamlined and lawyers' rights better protected.
The achievements were outlined in the work reports of the Supreme People's Court (SPC) and Supreme People's Procuratorate (SPP), which were submitted to the ongoing parliamentary session on March 13.
From: Xinhua
China keeps "high pressure" on corruption: reports
China's judicial authorities said Sunday the country had maintained "high pressure" on corruption to press on with an anti-graft drive lasting more than three years.
A total of 22 Chinese former officials at ministerial level or above, including former Chinese leader Zhou Yongkang, were prosecuted in 2015, while 41 were subject to investigation, a report on the work of the Supreme People's Procuratorate (SPP) read.
From: Xinhua
State Council Information Office holds press conference on US human rights situations
The Information Office of the State Council holds a press conference on human rights situations of the United States, in Beijing, capital of China, March 14, 2016.
From: Xinhua
China's top political advisory body to conclude annual session
The 12th National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), China's top political advisory body, began the closing meeting of its annual session on March 14.
From: Xinhua
Experts urge U.S. to stop politicizing human rights
Human rights experts on Monday urged the United States to improve its own human rights record and stop using human rights as a foreign policy tool.
The United States has yet to address many severe human rights issues of its own, a fact widely recognized by the international community and by many inside the country, Li Yunlong, a professor at Party School of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, told a press conference in Beijing.
From: Xinhua
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang meets press
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang arrives for his press conference after the closing meeting of the fourth session of China`s 12th National People`s Congress at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, March 16, 2016.
From: Xinhua
China adopts charity law
On March 16,China's national lawmakers approved the charity law with 2,636 affirmative votes, 92.49 percent of the total.
The new law, adopted at the annual legislative session and to take effect in September, eases restrictions on fundraising and operations of charity groups, promises tax benefits for charitable activities, and tightens scrutiny on their internal management.
From: Xinhua
China's legislature annual session closes
The National People's Congress (NPC), China's legislature, concluded its annual session on the morning of March 16.
Zhang Dejiang, chairman of the NPC Standing Committee who presided over the closing meeting, said the session reviewed and approved the outline of the 13th Five-Year Plan (2016-2020) on economic and social development, which requires the implementation of the concept of innovative, coordinated, green, open and shared development.
From: Xinhua
Tibet builds service centers for orphans and seniors
In the past three years, Tibet has built 80 service centers for the elderly and 10 orphanages, providing care services for a total of 11,633 people enjoying five guarantees and 5,652 orphans.
The “five guarantees” refer to guarantees on proper food, clothing, housing, medical care and funeral expenses for the poor.
From: chinahumanrights.org
Full Text: Report on the Work of the Government
Full text of the Report on the Work of the Government delivered by Premier Li Keqiang at the Fourth Session of the Twelfth National People's Congress on March 5, 2016 and adopted on March 16, 2016.
From: Xinhua
Full Text: Work report of NPC Standing Committee
Full text of the Report on the Work of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress (NPC), which was delivered by Chairman Zhang Dejiang of the NPC Standing Committee on March 9, 2016 for review at the Fourth Session of the 12th NPC and adopted on March 16, 2016.
From: Xinhua
Chinese vice premier urges boosting structural reform
On March 20,2016, Chinese Vice Premier Zhang Gaoli said that China would beef up supply-side structural reforms to make a good start for the 13th Five-Year Plan period.
He made the remarks while attending the opening ceremony of China Development Forum 2016 in Beijing.
From: Xinhua
Full text: Report on China's central, local budgets
Full text of the report on the execution of the central and local budgets for 2015 and on the central and local draft budgets for 2016, which was submitted for review on March 5 at the Fourth Session of the 12th National People's Congress and was adopted on March 16.
From: Xinhua
Chinese human rights delegation visits Europe
A Chinese human rights delegation led by Yang Guang, director of the Human Rights Research and Education Center of Dongbei University of Finance & Economics (DUFE) visited Sweden, Denmark and Holland from February 16 to 25.
The delegation extended in-depth exchanges with local academic institutes. This visit demonstrated that Chinese human rights scholars are active in conducting international exchanges.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China’s first anti-domestic violence law a new milestone
China’s first anti-domestic violence law, which took effect on March 1, 2016, marks a significant milestone in protecting human rights.
From: chinahumanrights.org
Chinese premier meets leaders from Mekong River countries
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang met respectively with leaders from countries along the Mekong River on the Lancang-Mekong Cooperation (LMC) and each country's bilateral ties with China.
The leaders, including Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen, Lao Prime Minister Thongsing Thammavong, Myanmar Vice President Sai Mauk Kham, and Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister Pham Binh Minh, were here for the first LMC leaders' meeting held in Sanya of southern China's Hainan Province on March 23,2016.
From: Xinhua
Premier Li stresses livelihood improvement at Boao Forum
On March 24,2016, Premier Li Keqiang highlighted the improvement of people's livelihood in areas including employment, education, medical care, old-age care and housing.
Achievement in development should be manifested in the improvement of livelihood, which in turn fuels consumption and economic growth, Li said.
He made the remarks here while delivering a speech at the opening ceremony of the 2016 annual conference of the Boao Forum for Asia in China's Hainan Province.
From: Xinhua
China to provide adult education for 1.5 mln migrant workers
The Chinese government will provide free adult education for 1.5 million migrant workers in the next five years to improve literacy and work skills, the Ministry of Education said on March 24.
From: Xinhua
Beijing extends maternity and paternity leave
On March 24, Beijing authorities announced that couples in the capital will enjoy longer maternity and paternity leave.
The move comes after a change in the country's family planning policy last year allowing couples to have a second child.
According to the city's new population and family planning regulation, mothers in Beijing are entitled to at least 128 days of maternity leave after having their first or second child, 30 days longer than the previous allowance. Maternity leave may be extended to a maximum of seven months, if the organization they work for allows it.
Fathers are entitled to a 15-day paternity leave, the regulation said.
From: Xinhua
Serfdom-free Tibet marches toward greater prosperity
On March 28, 1959, about 1 million Tibetans broke the chains of serfdom in a historic democratic reform. Fifty-seven years on, the autonomous region once beset by inequality and oppression has witnessed encouragingly fast economic growth and better-than-ever standards of living.
In 1959, a new page was turned. The democratic reform, which centered on abolishing serfdom, was one of the most comprehensive and profound social changes in human history.
From: Xinhua
Chinese president meets with Czech counterpart
Chinese President Xi Jinping meets with Czech President Milos Zeman at the Lany presidential chateau in central Bohemia, Czech Republic, March 28, 2016. Xi started a three-day state visit to the Czech Republic from Monday, the first state visit by a Chinese president in 67 years since the two countries established diplomatic ties.
From: Xinhua
New regulation to enhance social security fund management
The State Council on Monday published a document on the regulation of social security fund.
The majority of social security fund comes from central government budget, state-owned capital and the fund's investment return, according to the regulation.
The fund, which is managed by the National Council for Social Security Fund, will supplement and regulate social security expenditure including pensions, the document said.
The regulation also stipulates multiple risk prevention and control measures for the fund's operation and management, and provides the range of the fund's investments, internal control systems and management of fund managers.
From: Xinhua
Team set up to look into illegal sales of vaccines
On March 28, the government vowed to thoroughly investigate the recently exposed scandal involving vaccines worth 570 million yuan ($88 million).
The State Council has set up a special team to look into the regulatory system that failed to stop the nationwide distribution of substandard vaccines since 2011.
The team comprises officials from the China Food and Drug Administration, National Health and Family Planning Commission, Ministry of Public Security, Ministry of Supervision and — most noticeably — the Supreme People’s Procuratorate, in addition to a committee of experts.
The team, led by Bi Jingquan, head of the China Food and Drug Administration, will proceed under the supervision of an inspection team led by Ding Xiangyang, deputy secretary-general of the State Council.
From: China Daily
China to count left-behind children
China will carry out a nationwide census on rural left-behind children, those whose parents work away from home, to ensure proper arrangements for their lives and education.
From: Xinhua
China vows justice to the extremely poor
“China will ensure justice to those extremely poor in receiving assistance and supporting services,” said Li Liguo, China’s Civil Affairs Minister on March 28,2016.
Li said the civil affairs departments at all levels should specify the “extreme poverty ”standards and take targeted measures to offer assistance. In addition, the assistance service centers in rural areas will be improved.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China, Australia hold seminar on female inmates
China-Australia seminar on the treatment of women inmates was held in Changsha of China’s Hunan province on March 30.
The two-day seminar was jointly sponsored by China’s Ministry of Justice and Australia’s Human Rights Commission.
The two countries exchanged views on the management of women’s prisons and women prisoners’ education and rights protection.
From:chinahumanrights.org
Chinese president arrives in Washington for Nuclear Security Summit
On March 30,Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Washington for the fourth Nuclear Security Summit (NSS) in a sign of his country's firm commitment and constructive approach to safeguarding radioactive materials around the world.
From: Xinhua
April 2016
Teen Drug Abuse A Serious Problem in China
Wang Feng, a senior official from the Central Committee of the Communist Youth League, expressed his concerns about the teen drug abuse in China on the sidelines of a meeting held by the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference on April 6, 2016.
According to the 2015 China Drug Situation Report, Chinese drug users are becoming younger. Over 1.4 million registered drug addicts are under the age of 35. 14,000 adolescent drug users were added in 2015.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China Issues New Regulations to Protect Whistle-blowers
China’s Supreme People's Procuratorate, the Ministry of Public Security and the Finance Ministry jointly issued last month the Regulations on Protecting and Rewarding Duty Crime Informers to improve whistle-blower protection.
The new document encourages real-name whistle blowing by individuals and units. Any individual or unit who reports duty crimes to procuratorial organs shall receive legal protection, according to the Regulations.
From:chinahumanrights.org
China Issues Report on U.S. Human Rights
China published a report on the United States' human rights situation on April 14,2016.
The report, titled "Human Rights Record of the United States in 2015" was released by the Information Office of the State Council, China's cabinet, in response to "2015 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices" issued by the U.S. State Department on April 13 local time.
From: Xinhua
Full text: Chronology of Human Rights Violations of the United States in 2015
The State Council Information Office of the People's Republic of China published a document titled "Chronology of Human Rights Violations of the United States in 2015" on April 14,2016.
From: Xinhua
China's New Court Rules Eye Human Rights Protection
China's Supreme People's Court issued newly amended court rules at a press conference on April 14,2016. The new court rules with 15 articles added focus on respecting and protecting human rights.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China, South Africa hold 1st Human Rights Consultation
China and South Africa held the first human rights consultation on April 14 at Pretoria, South Africa.Liu Hua, special representative for human rights affairs of China’s Foreign Ministry,and Nozipho Mxakato-Diseko, Deputy Director-General of the Global Governanceand Continental Agenda of South Africa’s Department of International Relations and Cooperation(DIRCO), co-chaired the consultation.
From: chinahumanrights.org
Procedures in Works for Hukou Reform
China's top planning authority pledged it will issue procedures designed to help migrant workers and their families acquire full urban residential status.
From: China Daily
China Clarifies Criteria for Capital Punishment in Graft Cases
The maximum penalty for convicts found guilty of embezzling or accepting bribes worth 3 million yuan (about 463,000 U.S. dollars) or more in an "extremely serious case" with "extremely vile impact" will be the death penalty, according to a new judicial explanation issued on Monday.
The ruling was jointly issued by the Supreme People's Court and the Supreme People's Procuratorate.
From: Xinhua
China Sets New Subsidy Standard for Families with Deceased or Disabled only Children
Parents of disabled or deceased only children will now receive a monthly state compensation of 270 yuan and 340 yuan respectively, according to a document recently released by the Ministry of Finance and the National Health and Family Planning Commission (NHFPC).
From: People's Daily Online
Xi Calls for 'More Tolerance and Patience' Toward Netizens
On April 19,2016, President Xi Jinping called for "more tolerance and patience" toward netizens and welcomed online criticism, "whether mild or fierce", as long as it arises from goodwill.
From: China Daily
China Encourages More Rural Migrants to Settle in Cities
China will relax household relocation policies in 2016 to encourage more migrants settle in cities, according to a press conference held by the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) on April 19,2016.
From:chinahumanrights.org
President Xi Stresses Protecting People's Interests in Petitioning
Chinese President Xi Jinping has urged governments and localities to invest greater efforts in addressing outstanding issues in public petitioning, an official release said on April 21,2016.
Xi said in an instruction that outstanding issues aired in public comments and complaints comprise both fresh and lingering problems, but all are concerned with the immediate interests of the general public, social harmony and stability.
From: Xinhua
Taiwan Telecom Fraud Suspects to Face Proceedings on the Mainland
The 77 alleged telecom fraud syndicate members deported from Kenya earlier this month will be tried on Chinese mainland, a Ministry of Public Security (MPS) official said here on April 21,2016.
Chen Shiqu, deputy inspector with the MPS's criminal investigation bureau made the remarks as a Taiwan delegation is in Beijing to discuss the case with mainland police. Forty-five of the alleged fraudsters are from Taiwan.
From: Xinhua
Xinhua Insight: China Bans Wholesalers from Selling Vaccines
Wholesalers are no longer allowed to trade vaccines following a case involving the sale of millions of dollars' worth of improperly stored vaccines, according to a government decision publicized on April 25,2016.
Premier Li Keqiang signed the decree on April 23, which was endorsed on April 13 at an executive meeting of the State Council, China's cabinet.
The decision to amend a regulation on vaccine circulation and use aims to address the problems identified by an investigation into the vaccine scandal, according to an official elaboration on the document.
From: Xinhua
China Ranks No. 1 in Progress against Child Discrimination
China ranked at the top in a Save the Children survey of 18 countries in reducing discrimination against and neglect of children, with more than 70 percent of Chinese saying they had seen an improvement.
From: China Daily
China Adopts New Law to Regulate Overseas NGOs
Overseas NGOs must secure approval from Chinese authorities before they can operate on the Chinese mainland, according to a new law adopted by China's top legislature on April 28,2016.
From: Xinhua
Paris Climate Deal Promotes Human Rights Protection: Expert
A total of 175 countries, including China signed the Paris agreement on climate change on April 22, the first day when it could be signed.
The milestone Paris accord is the blueprint for fighting against climate change beyond 2020. Its adoption represents global consensus on dealing with global warming.
“The Paris Agreement is important for human rights protection,” said Tang Yingxia, deputy director of the Human Rights Research Center, Nankai University.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China Spends Trillions on Health Care Improvement
China has spent 5.64 trillion yuan (871 billion U.S.dollars) in the reform period since 2009 to improve its health care system.
The health budget for 2016 is 1.24 trillion yuan, said the National Health and Family Planning Commission (NHFPC) on April 28, 2016, adding that the average annual growth rate of medical input has surpassed 20 percent over the past seven years.
From: Xinhua
China Targets Poverty Caused by Major Illness
China’s health commission and poverty alleviation office launched a survey on rural poverty caused by diseases in order to lay foundation for targeted poverty alleviation.
From:chinahumanrights.org
Zhejiang, Beijing and Shanghai Lead Nation in Elderly Happiness Index
Zhejiang Province, Beijing and Shanghai lead the nation in a ranking of happiness among the aged, Beijing Morning News reported.
From: Ecns.cn
Report: Per Capita Wealth of Chinese Families Reached 144,197 Yuan in 2015
The Chinese Family Wealth Report issued by Economic Daily on April 28 shows that the per capita wealth of Chinese families reached 144,197 yuan in 2015.
Based on survey data from 12,000 families spanning 268 counties and 25 provinces, the report studies the scale and structure of Chinese families’ wealth, regional differences, financial assets, housing, financial decision-making and retirement plans.
From: People's Daily Online
May 2016
Affirmative College Enrollment to Benefit 60,000 from Poor Regions
Chinese universities are required to enroll about 60,000 candidates from poverty-stricken areas, according to an circular published on May 5,2016.
According to the circular issued by Ministry of Education (MOE) and National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), the arrangement is designed to promote equal access to higher education between urban and rural areas.
From: Xinhua
China Opposes U.S. Report on Religious Freedom
China has lodged solemn representation to the United States after the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom listed China as a "country of particular concern" in its annual report.
"The Chinese government fully respects and protects its citizens' freedom of religion in line with the law, and Chinese citizens enjoy the rights to full religious freedom in accordance with the law," Foreign Ministry spokesperson Hong Lei told a regular news briefing on May 5,2016.
"The U.S. ignores this fact and releases reports repeatedly to distort and attack China's religious policies and status. China firmly opposes the U.S. move and has lodged solemn representation to the U.S. side," Hong said.
From: Xinhua
Premier Stresses Employment as China's Economy Slows
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang urged for more efforts to support employment to guard against large-scale unemployment on May 6,2016.
China should shift to growth propelled more by skilled workers and innovation and continue with proactive policies to create jobs, Li said at a symposium held during his visit to the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security.
From: Xinhua
Seminar on Development and Human Rights Held in Wuhan
A seminar on new development concept and China’s human rights protection was held at Wuhan University Saturday, commemorating the 30th anniversary of the UN’s Declaration on the Right to Development.
Over 60 scholars and experts from universities and human rights institutions nationwide attended the seminar held by China Society for Human Rights Studies (CSHRS).
From: chinahumanrights.org
Baidu Has Taken Offline 126 Million P4P Advertisements after Investigation into Wei Zexi Event
On May 9,2016,the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) demanded an overhaul of China's leading search-engine Baidu (NASDAQ: BIDU) following an investigation into the widely-publicized Wei Zexi event.
The CAC said Baidu relied excessively on profits from Pay for Placement (P4P) listings in search results, and did not clearly label such listings as the result of commercial promotion, compromising the objectivity and impartiality of search results. The public are likely to be misled by the search results they find on Baidu, the CAC said.
From: People's Daily Online
China Targets School Bullying
China's education authorities have launched a campaign to curb school bullying.
The campaign will last until December and targets elementary, middle and secondary vocational schools nationwide, according to a circular issued by the education supervision committee under the State Council, China's cabinet.
The campaign will focus on legal and mental health education for students. Police and judicial staff will be invited to schools, sources with the Ministry of Education said on May 9,2016.
From: Xinhua
China establishes fast channels for transporting human organs
China's health, police and transportation authorities have jointly established a "green passage" to ensure fast and safe transfer of donated human organs.
The move is aimed at shortening transportation time and reducing damage or waste of human organs to help patient survival.
From: Xinhua
2016 China Poverty Reduction int’l Forum Held in Beijing
On May 8,2016, the 2016 China Poverty Reduction International Forum was held in Beijing.
The forum was hosted by the International Poverty Reduction Center in China (IPRCC) and China Internet Information Center (CIIC), and focused on China’s poverty reduction experience sharing under the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) framework.
Over 100 hundred guests at home and abroad discussed how China’s experience of alleviating poverty could better help other countries.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China to Relocate 2 Million Poor People This Year
“2016 is the starting year to relocate over 2 million poor people,” said Liu Yongfu, head of the State Council Leading Group Office of Poverty Alleviation and Development at a press conference on May 10,2016.
From: chinahumanrights.org
"Experience Western China" Event Brings New Silk Road to Italy
On May 15, 2016, the event "Experience western China" kicked off in Italy's Milan on Sunday to help people know more about China, especially the northwestern part of the country.
The event, co-organized by the State Council Information Office of China, China's Embassy in Italy and China's Consulate in Milan, started with an ethnic dance and song show held in the Italian northern city.
From: Xinhua
Chinese Police Launch Mobile App to Find Missing Children
on May 15,2016, Chinese police launched a mobile app to encourage witnesses to report the whereabouts of missing or trafficked children.
More than 5,000 anti-trafficking police will provide updates to the app on receiving new reports of missing children, according to a statement from the criminal investigation bureau of the Ministry of Public Security.
Users near where the child disappeared will receive push notifications, including photos and descriptions.
From: Xinhua
China has World’s Strictest GM Safety System
China has established a national monitoring system for genetic modified (GM) food and cultivated a batch of technological talents to ensure GM food safety, said Wan Jianmin, an academician of Chinese Academy of Engineering.
China has also built a strict safety evaluation system for GM products which have to undergo lab tests, food safety tests evaluation and environmental tests.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China Becomes No.1 in Voluntary Organ Donations in Asia
Voluntary organ donations by citizens have risen 120 times in past six years since China began the trial in 2010, making the country No.1 in Asia in the number of voluntary organ donations.
From: chinadaily.com.cn
China Sets New Standard for State Compensation
On May 16,2016, a new standard for state compensation for infringing upon citizens' personal freedom was released by China's Supreme People's Court and Supreme People's Procuratorate.
Under the new standard, residents whose personal freedom is encroached on will be given 242.3 yuan per day in compensation.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China holds 9th human rights dialogue with Switzerland
On May 17,2016, China and Switzerland held the 9th Human Rights Dialogue in Beijing, co-chaired by Liu Hua, the human rights envoy of China's Foreign Ministry, and Nicolas Wyrsch, Swiss special envoy for human rights.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China Vows to Help 12 Million People out of Poverty Through Tourism Development
China has vowed to help 12 million people out of poverty in the next five years through tourism development and strengthening international tourism cooperation.
From: Xinhua
Migrants' Children Will be Able to Take Gaokao Locally
Nearly 10,000 children whose parents are migrant workers in Guangdong province will be allowed to take this year's college entrance examination－or gaokao－in the province without returning to their hometown, according to the provincial examinations authority.
From: China Daily
UN Secretary-General: China Demonstrates Great Leadership to Advance 2030 Agenda
On May 20,2016, UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said that China has demonstrated great leadership and made a remarkable commitment to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
From: Xinhua
125 Arrested in Vaccine Scandal
Prosecuting authorities have approved the arrests of 125 people suspected in a vaccine scandal involving 570 million yuan ($87 million), the Supreme People's Procuratorate said on May 21, 2016.
Another 37 people involved in the case were being investigated on suspicion of duty-related crimes such as bribery, abuse of power and dereliction of duty, it said.
From: China Daily
China Has 2,740 Natural Reserves
China has a total of 2,740 natural reserves, covering 14.83 percent of the whole territory, Environmental Protection Minister Chen Jining said on May 22, 2016.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China Puts Down More Funds to Subsidize Compulsory Education
The Chinese government has allocated 134.5 billion yuan (20.5 billion U.S. dollars) to subsidize compulsory education this year, the Ministry of Finance said on May 22, 2016.
From: Xinhua
Senior Official Calls for Improvement of Ethnic, Religious Work
On May 24,2016, a senior official of the Communist Party of China (CPC) called for improvement in work related to ethnic and religious affairs.
Yu Zhengsheng, chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, made the remarks during an inspection tour in north China's Henan Province between May 22 and 24, with ethnic, religious work as his focus.
From: Xinhua
China, UK hold 3rd Judicial Round-table Meeting
On May 25,2016, the 3rd China-UK judicial round-table meeting was held in China’s Supreme People’s Court (SPC) , focusing on judicial justice in the 21st century.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China Contributes Greatly to Global Sustainable Development
China has made great contributions to global sustainable development in implementing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development (2030 Agenda), said China’s Environmental Protection Minister Chen Jining at the high-level meeting of the 2nd United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA) on May 26, 2016.
From: chinahumanrights.org
Tibetan Thangka Paintings Displayed in Germany
The opening ceremony of the Wonderful West exhibition: Thangka Paintings Display of Western China’s pictures was held on May 28 at Frankfurt, Germany.
The exhibition is part of the Chinese western culture event jointly sponsored by China’s Consulate General in Frankfurt and the State Council Information Office.
About 130 photographs and 30 thangka paintings on Tibetan culture were on display, offering Germans an opportunity to understand natural beauties, ecological environment and traditional cultures of Western China.
From: chinahumanrights.org
JUNE, 2016
President Xi extends greetings to children of island workers
Chinese President Xi Jinping has extended greetings to children of workers on islands in East China Sea ahead of June 1, International Children's Day.
From: Xinhua
China to strengthen regulations on overseas NGOs
A new law on regulating overseas NGOs in China has been adopted at the bi-monthly session of the National People's Congress (NPC) Standing Committee on April 28, 2016.
The new law which will take effect on Jan. 1, 2017 will strengthen regulations on overseas NGOs.
From:chinahumanrights.org
China issues white paper on freedom of religious belief in Xinjiang
China on Thursday issued a white paper titled "Freedom of Religious Belief in Xinjiang," saying the freedom of religious belief in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region today "cannot be matched by that in any other historical period."
From: Xinhua
China releases children policy progress index
Zhejiang Province, Beijing city and Jiangsu Province has been ranked top three among 31 provinces in children policy progress index, according to the data released by the China Philanthropy Research Institute of Beijing Normal University on May 31,2016.
The index made a systematic evaluation of children policy implementations and innovations in 31 provinces in order to promote development and protection of children’s rights.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China-WFP South-South dialogue opens in Beijing
The South-South cooperation policy dialogue sponsored by the World Food Programme (WFP) and China was held in Beijing on June 1.
The dialogue aims to share China’s successful experiences in eradicating poverty and hunger.
From:chinahumanrights.org
Chinese college entrance examinees decline in 13 provincial areas
The number of Chinese candidates sitting this year's college entrance exam or Gaokao has sharply declined in thirteen provinces and municipalities including Beijing, Zhejiang and Jiangsu, according to a report on June 1,2016.
From:CRIENGLISH.com
Supreme Procuratorate will be severe on crimes against minors
On June 2,2016, China's Supreme People's Procuratorate (SPP) instructed procuratorates at all levels to take a zero-tolerance stance on crimes against minors.
From: Xinhua
President Xi attends opening ceremony of China-U.S. high-level dialogue
On June 6,2016,Chinese President Xi Jinping attended the joint opening ceremony of the eighth China-U.S. Strategic and Economic Dialogue (S&ED) and the seventh China-U.S. High-Level Consultation on People-to-People Exchange (CPE) in Beijing.
From: Xinhua
Opening ceremony of China-U.S. high-level dialogue held in Beijing
The joint opening ceremony of the eighth round of U.S.-China Strategic and Economic Dialogues and the seventh round of U.S.-China High-Level Consultation on People-to-People Exchange is held in Beijing, capital of China, June 6, 2016.
From: Xinhua
Peng Liyuan attends Award Ceremony of UNESCO Prize for Girls' and Women's Education in Beijing
Peng Liyuan, Chinese President Xi Jinping`s wife, also special envoy of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) for the Advancement of Girls and Women`s Education, attends the Award Ceremony of the UNESCO Prize for Girls` and Women`s Education in Beijing, China, June 6, 2016.
From: Xinhua
Special Representative for Human Rights Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Liu Hua Exchanges Views on Human Rights Issues with the Malaysian Side
On June 2, 2016, Special Representative for Human Rights Affairs and Deputy Director-General of the Department of International Organizations and Conferences of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Liu Hua met in Kuala Lumpur with Principal Assistant Secretary of the Department of Multilateral Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Najwa Musyrifah Ramli of Malaysia, exchanging views on stances of both sides on human rights issues, multilateral human rights work and human rights technical cooperation.
From: Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Beijing, Zhejiang, Guangdong top salary rankings nationwide
Beijing topped a salary ranking of 20 provinces and municipalities in China's non-private sector last year, with an average annual pay of 111,390 yuan ($16,953), the People's Daily Overseas Edition reported on June 8,2016.
Zhejiang followed with 66,668 yuan, but that was still 44,722 yuan less than Beijing's level. Guangdong came third, while Henan registered the lowest, just 45,403 yuan.
From: Ecns.cn
Chinese children at five are 8-cm taller than four decades ago
Chinese children are much taller and stronger than four decades ago, with the height gap standing at 8 centimeters (cm), a government survey showed June 8,2016.
From: Xinhua
China stresses protection for lawyers' rights
China has issued a document stressing protection for lawyers' rights to practice and improved regulations on practice.
From: Xinhua
China reviews 2012-2015 human rights progress, pledging greater effort
On June 14,2016, the Chinese government released a report reviewing the human rights progress from 2012 to 2015 and promising harder effort in the future.
China launched the National Human Rights Action Plan (2012-2015) in June 2012, the second of its kind, following one from 2009 to 2010.
From: Xinhua
Human rights not an excuse to harbor corrupt officials
Some countries are using human rights as an excuse for harbouring corrupt officials, according to an article published on the website of China's top anti-graft body.
Some countries are having a double standard on China. On one hand, they take advantages of those fugitives to smear China. On the other hand, they use human rights as an excuse for harbouring corrupt officials.
It is necessary for China to break the double standard and demonstrate achievements in fugitives hunting to earn international support, said the article.
From:chinahumanrights.org
Full Text: Assessment Report on the Implementation of the National Human Rights Action Plan of China (2012-2015)
On June 14,2016, the State Council Information Office of the People's Republic of China published a white paper titled "Assessment Report on the Implementation of the National Human Rights Action Plan of China (2012-2015)".
From: Xinhua
Xinjiang Muslims enjoy sufficient religious freedom: expert
Over the past years, the national religious policy of “respect for and protection of freedom of religious belief” has been comprehensively implemented by Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region and Xinjiang Muslims now enjoy sufficient religious freedom in multiple aspects, according to an article written by Rehemutula Aishan, a professor on ethnic issues from Xinjiang University.
From:chinahumanrights.org
2nd China child protection and development forum held in Beijing
The 2nd China Child Protection and Development Forum and the 9958 Yuan’ai Funded Project Conference were held in the Lakeview Hotel, Peking University on June 13,2016.
This forum aimed to pool think-tanks, NGOs, enterprises and the media to arouse common attention to child protection and future development.
The forum called for the public to focus on physical and mental development of children, especially children with special needs.
From:chinahumanrights.org
Washington should stop playing 'Tibet card'
On June 15,2016, disregarding the Chinese government's strong opposition, U.S. President Barack Obama met with the 14th Dalai Lama behind closed doors at the White House.
This unwise behavior has broken the solemn promise of the United States not to support Tibet's independence, seriously jeopardized China-U.S. relations, and deeply hurt the Chinese people's feelings.
From: Xinhua
China urges U.S. to reflect human rights situation after torture interrogation exposed
On June 17,2016. China urged the United States to reflect on its own transgressions and uphold human rights after documents disclosed it had engaged in interrogation by torture.
From: Xinhua
Xi urges China, Poland to set up paradigm of Belt and Road cooperation
On June 20,2016, visiting Chinese President Xi Jinping called on China and Poland to build their partnership into a paradigm of cooperation within the framework of the Belt and Road Initiative.
Xi made the remarks at the Silk Road Forum and Poland-China Regional Cooperation and Business Forum held in the Polish capital.
From: Xinhua
China pledges universal health service for poverty-stricken population
On June 21,2016,Chinese authorities issued a document on poverty relief, pledging universal access to basic medical and health services.
The document, jointly issued by 15 governmental agencies including the the National Health and Family Planning Commission (NHFPC) and the State Council Leading Group Office of Poverty Alleviation and Development, pledged to ensure such universal services by 2020.
From: Xinhua
Xi orders all-out rescue efforts in wake of deadly extreme weather
On June 23,2016,Chinese President Xi Jinping has ordered all-out rescue efforts and the prioritization of life-saving measures, after at least 78 people were confirmed killed in one of the deadliest natural disasters to hit east China's Jiangsu Province in decades.
From: Xinhua
Anti-graft inspections on track to cover all fronts
Following the launch of a new round of inspections targeting 32 state entities on June 22,2016, the top anti-graft authority moved one step closer to its goal to cover all fronts in its sweeping anti-corruption campaign.
From: Xinhua
95th founding anniversary of CPC celebrated in Beijing
A grand gathering celebrating the 95th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China (CPC) is held at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, July 1, 2016.
From: Xinhua
Gastric contents in respiratory tract make Lei die of suffocation, autopsy confirms
The ongoing investigation into the death of a 29-year-old Beijing man who was found dead in police custody has seen a new development. Authentication conducted by People’s Procuratorate of Beijing Municipality confirmed that Lei Yang died of suffocation caused by inhalation of gastric contents into the respiratory tract.
According to the Procuratorate, misconduct of involved police officers is confirmed. Xing, deputy chief of a sub-branch under Beijing Changping district police and one auxiliary police officer surnamed Zhou have been arrested for duty negligence.
From: People's Daily Online
JULY, 2016
Foreign media pay close attention to Xi's speech on CPC anniversary
A wide range of foreign media have paid close attention to the televised speech Chinese President Xi Jinping made upon the 95th founding anniversary of the Communist Party of China (CPC), especially to the contents related to Marxism, anti-corruption and territorial sovereignty.
From: Xinhua
Int'l experts praise Chinese President Xi's speech on CPC anniversary
On July 4,2016,the international scholars and experts spoke highly of Chinese President Xi Jinping's recent speech at an event marking the 95th founding anniversary of the Communist Party of China (CPC).
From: Xinhua
Civil Society 20 China 2016 opens in Qingdao
On July 5,2016,Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a message of congratulations to Civil Society 20 China 2016 (C20) which kicked off in Qingdao, Shandong Province.
From: Xinhua
Forum aimed at Tibet development
More than 130 scholars, officials and correspondents from over 30 countries and regions have gathered in Lhasa, capital of Tibet Autonomous Region in southwest China, for a Forum on the Development of Tibet.
From:CRIENGLISH.com
Full Text of Lhasa Consensus
The full text of Lhasa Consensus, passed at the Forum on the Development of Tibet, which was held from July 7 to 8.
From: Xinhua
China marks 10th anniv. of adoption of UN Convention on Rights of Persons with Disabilities
China`s State Councilor Wang Yong addresses a meeting to mark the 10th anniversary of the adoption of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities in Beijing, capital of China, July 7, 2016.
From: Xinhua
Chinese leaders reject S. China Sea arbitration award
Chinese president and premier said China will not accept any proposition or action based on the decision by the South China Sea arbitral tribunal.
From: Xinhua
Human rights education helps poverty eradication: Chinese expert
Jointly sponsored by China’s civil groups and the United Nations Association of China, the Civil Society group of 20 (C20), the meeting focused on poverty alleviation, green development, innovation and civil contribution.
From:chinahumanrights.org
China issues white paper on settling disputes with Philippines
The State Council Information Office holds a press conference on the white paper titled `China Adheres to the Position of Settling Through Negotiation the Relevant Disputes Between China and the Philippines in the South China Sea` in Beijing, capital of China, July 13, 2016. The Chinese government issued the white paper on July 13,2016.
From: Xinhua
Chinese vice premier attends 5th world peace forum
Chinese Vice Premier Liu Yandong addresses the opening ceremony of the fifth World Peace Forum in Beijing, capital of China, July 16, 2016.
From: Xinhua
China to step up protection at Shennongjia UNESCO site
Following the inclusion of central China's Shennongjia on UNESCO's World Heritage list on July 17,2016, a series of protection measures and plans will debut, local authorities said on July 18,2016.
At its 40th session in Istanbul, the World Heritage Committee recognized Shennongjia in Hubei Province as a natural site on the World Heritage List, bringing the number of listed Chinese sites to 50.
From: Xinhua
Senior official urges economic development in ethnic regions
On July 15,2016, senior Chinese official Yu Zhengsheng called for development of the economy in regions with high concentrations of ethnic minorities, and greater unity among minorities.
From: Xinhua
China allocates more funds for poverty relief
China has set aside more funds from its central budget to support the development of poor regions this year.
On July 19,2016, The Ministry of Finance (MOF) said that more than 66 billion yuan (around 10 billion U.S. dollars) has been approved for local authorities, up over 40 percent year on year.
The funds will be used to relocate rural households, help minorities, increase work relief and revive state-owned farms, said an MOF statement.
From: Xinhua
Xi urges inclusive development on Ningxia tour
No region or ethnic group should be left behind in China's drive to build a moderately prosperous society by 2020, President Xi Jinping said during a tour of Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region that ended on July 20,2016.
Xi spent three days in Ningxia, a less developed area with a high concentration of ethnic minorities in northwest China.
From: Xinhua
Authorities working on plan to delay retirements
China's top human resources and social security authority is working on a plan to delay retirements in response to a shrinking working-age population.
From: China Daily
Poverty relief high on China's policy agenda
President Xi Jinping was on the frontlines of the country's war against poverty this week in northwestern China.
This time, the battleground was Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, an under-developed area with a high concentration of ethnic minorities.
From: Xinhua
Various ministries launch 13th Five-Year Plans
China's Ministry of Transport released the 13th Five-year Plan for Urban Public Transport on July 27,2016, outlining priorities for the nation's urban public transport development.
According to a report by chinanews.com, several ministries including the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security, the Ministry of Civil Affairs and the Ministry of Commerce have announced their respective 13th Five-year Plans related to people's livelihood.
From: chinadaily.com.cn
Y20 Summit opens in Shanghai
The Y20 Summit, a G20-related discussion forum for young people, opened in Shanghai Wednesday.
More than 100 youth delegates aged 18-30 from G20 member states, other countries and international organizations will attend the three-day meeting,themed "Youth Innovation for Our Shared Vision."
Participants will discuss topics such as poverty reduction and common development,innovation and startups, social justice and equality, green lifestyle and sustainable development, as well as global economic governance.
From: Xinhua
China strives to protect judicial staff from interference, harm
China introduced rules to better protect judicial staff, to ensure that judges and prosecutors execute their duties justly and independently, according to an official statement.
From: Xinhua
UNAIDS chief hails China's progress in AIDS fight
On July 28,2016, a senior United Nations (UN) official acknowledged China's encouraging progress in combating HIV/AIDS, saying new successes have been achieved in the country.
China has made "a lot of progress," said Michel Sidibe, UN Under Secretary General and Executive Director of the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS), citing the reduced rate of HIV-related deaths and the increasing number of people on treatment.
From: Xinhua
China issued white paper on environmental cases
China’s Supreme People’s Court (SPC) issued a white paper on environmental cases on July 27,2016.
From:chinahumanrights.org
Xi urges enhanced capacity to fight disaster at anniversary of Tangshan quake
On the 40th anniversary of the Tangshan earthquake, President Xi Jinping said the country's disaster prevention, reduction and relief capabilities should be improved.
On July 28,2016, Xi made the remarks during an inspection tour of Tangshan in north China, where he visited a memorial, leaving flowers and paying his respects to all who died in the devastating earthquake.
From: Xinhua
AUGUST, 2016
First China-US dialogue on law held in Beijing
China and the United States held a first round of discussions on law in Beijing on August 3, an important step in implementing the consensus reached by the countries' two leaders.
From: chinadaily.com.cn
Over 130 billion yuan distributed to help the poor in 2016
A total of 137.455 billion yuan has been distributed this year as basic subsistence allowances for people with difficulties, according to the social security department of the Ministry of Finance on Aug.5,2016.
From: chinahumanrights.org
Ministry to deal with poor sanitation in villages
All poor villages will reach hygienic standard for human settlements, health risks be basically eliminated, and diseases caused by poor sanitation be considerably reduced by 2020, according to the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development (MOHURD).
From: chinahumanrights.org
Beijing to adopt new residential permit system in October
Beijing will introduce a new temporary residence permit system on Oct.1, local authorities said on Aug.11,2016.
People who stay in Beijing for over six months with a stable job, residence or in full-time education will be able to apply for the permit at public security bureaus. The permit will be issued in about 15 days, according to the provisional regulation announced on Aug.11,2016.
Permit holders will be entitled to many of the benefits enjoyed by permanent residents.
From: Xinhua
China’s medical reform wins global applause
In 2015, the average health level of the Chinese people caught up with that of countries with high and median incomes, according to a report jointly released by the World Bank (WB), the World Health Organization (WHO) and China’s ministries.
For low-income people, the costs of personal hygiene account for 30 percent of the total health expenses, the lowest in recent 20 years, said the report.
A total of 870 billion yuan has been spent on medical facilities since China launched a new round of medical reform in 2009.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China to lift 10 million people out of poverty in next 5 years
China vows to lift ten million people out of poverty by transferring labor force in poor rural areas during 13th five-year plan period (2016-2020), according to a guideline on poverty reduction released by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security (MOHRSS) on August 12, 2016.
From: chinahumanrights.org
Chief justice of African human rights meets Chinese ambassador
Lyu Youqing, Chinese ambassador to Tanzania met with Augustino S.L. Ramadhani, Justice of the African Court on Human and Peoples’Rights on August 11, 2016.
Lyu spoke highly of the chief justice’s contribution to Tanzania’s steady development and expressed thanks to him for his efforts in promoting China-Africa friendship.
China and Africa have maintained close and long-term cooperation on human rights development and China is willing to strengthen exchanges with the African Court, said Lyu.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China vows greater support for disabled
China aims to improve its support and protection of disabled people by offering them more customized public services and products in the next five years, according to a State Council plan released on Aug,17,2016.
From: Xinhua
China's organ donation cases rise 45 pct in H1 of 2016
In the first half of 2016, China has completed 1,795 cases of organ donation, up 45 percent compared to the same period of last year, a Chinese official said here on Aug.18,2016.
From: Xinhua
China applies ‘strictest’ mobile phone real name system
All telephone cards need to be registered with users’ real names by June 30th, 2017, according to the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT).
The register rate has reach 92 per cent by May, while there are still nearly 100 million users whose telephone cards face suspension.
Actually, to register telephone cards with real names bears lots of advantages. As it has been registered with users’ personal information, it can not only effectively reduce telecommunication fraud, but also stop the crime of spreading harmful information via telephone.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China promotes minority cultures preservation
China has attached great importance to protecting and developing ethnic minority cultures, making them well preserved and developed in recent years.
From: chinahumanrights.org
President Xi calls for full protection of people's health
Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for full protection of the people's health, stressing that public health should be given priority in the country's development strategy.
From: Xinhua
WHO commends Shanghai’s move to create 100% smoke-free public places ensuring compliance and enforcement of the law essential
The World Health Organization (WHO) applauds the Shanghai People’s Congress on its move to strengthen Shanghai’s existing tobacco control laws with respect to smoke-free public places. The Shanghai Regulations on Control of Smoking in Public Places (Amendment Draft), reviewed by the Standing Committee of the 14th Shanghai People's Congress in early August, propose making all indoor – and some outdoor – public places in Shanghai 100% smoke-free.
From: WHO Representative Office
UN expert hails China's achievements in poverty alleviation
A United Nations expert on Tuesday praised China for its huge progress in poverty alleviation, saying that China's achievements in alleviating extreme poverty in recent years have been "extraordinary".
The United Nations Special Rapporteur on extreme poverty and human rights, Philip Alston, in a statement issued Tuesday highlighted the determination of the leadership of the Communist Party of China, or the ruling party of China, to build a moderately prosperous society free of extreme poverty.
From: Xinhua
Transplant rumors “insult” to organ donors
China performed 10,057 organ transplants in 2015. The claims by some Westerners that China does 100,000 transplantation surgeries each year is utterly ridiculous. It is an insult to both transplantation professionals and voluntary organ donors, said Huang Jiefu, director of China's National Organ Donation and Transplantation Committee, at the 26th International Congress of the Organ Transplantation Society.
From: chinahumanrights.org
2016 Experience China shows Iran the beauty of Xinjiang
"2016 Experience China in Iran-Cultural Exploration of Western China", a large-scale cultural event, held its opening ceremony in Teheran, Iran, on Aug 22.
The theme of the 7-day event this year is Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region.
From: Chinaculture.org
UN expert:Enormous challenges ahead for China’s poverty alleviation
The United Nations Special Rapporteur on extreme poverty and human rights said August 23 that China’s achievements in alleviating extreme poverty in recent years, and in meeting highly ambitious targets for improving social well-being, have been extraordinary.
From: chinagate.cn
165 major projects to improve people’s livelihood
China’s top agency on reform and development has issued a document that aims to quicken the implementation of 165 major projects to improve people’s livelihood. The projects have been listed in China’s 13th Five-Year Plan (2016-20) which outlines China’s development in the next five years.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China responds to India’s missile deployment
To maintain peace and stability in the border areas between China and India is an important consensus reached by the two sides. China hopes that India will do more to maintain peace and stability, said Senior Colonel Wu Qian, spokesman for the Ministry of National Defense (MOD), at a regular press conference on Aug.25,2016.
From: chinahumanrights.org
'Experience China' cultural activities kick off in Kazakhstan
A number of Chinese cultural and folk art performances were recently presented at an exhibition of Chinese culture put together for the Kazakh people. Many local visitors turned up to experience the China Cultural Heritage Exhibition, a part of "Experience China 2016," a large scale event opened in Kazakhstan on Aug. 26.
Nearly 40 Chinese folk artists demonstrated traditional folk crafts including pottery, embroidery, Chinese shadow puppetry, paper-cutting, dough sculpture, sugar blowing and gourd pyrography. In addition, qigong, acrobatics, tea ceremonies and folk dance were also on show.
From: People's Daily Online
Income gap narrows between Chinese families: report
China has made huge achievements in narrowing the income gap between the rich and the poor, according to a press conference on sustainable development sponsored by the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (CASS) on Aug.28.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China's national image, global role continue to rise: report
China's national image saw steady rise in global recognition in 2015, especially as an economic power.
The 2015 China National Image Global Survey, which was published on Aug. 29, showed that China's national image has seen a steady rise globally. Now ranking second, just after the U.S., the nation's image was rated 6.2 out of 10, up 0.3 points from 2014. Following China on the list are Russia, the U.K. and Germany.
From: People's Daily Online
China to grade provincial governments' food safety performance
The central authority will send inspectors to review provincial-level government food safety, according to a document published on Aug.29,2016.
The General Office of the State Council published a circular on the annual review and assessment of food safety work.
From: Xinhua
Ministry: Poor students getting better nutrition
More than 33.6 million students living in poverty have become healthier overall as a result of government subsidized meals, but improved food availability and safety remain top priorities, along with health education, the Ministry of Education said.
From: China Daily
SEPTEMBER,2016
Xi attends G20 summit in Hangzhou
On Sept. 4, 2016, Chinese President Xi Jinping attends the Group of 20 (G20) summit and delivers an opening speech in Hangzhou.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China's legislature ratifies Paris Agreement on climate change
China's top legislature on Saturday ratified the Paris Agreement on climate change, a significant international legal document that outlines post-2020 global climate governance.
From: Xinhua
Peng Liyuan attends anti-AIDS activity with G20 leaders' wives
Peng Liyuan, wife of Chinese President Xi Jinping, invited the wives of leaders attending the G20 summit to an anti-AIDS advocacy tour in Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, on Sept.5,2016.
From: Xinhua
China Focus: China celebrates first Charity Day
China's first Charity Day, which fell on Sept.5 and follows the enforcement of the Charity Law last week, was celebrated with a string of promotional activities nationwide.
From: Xinhua
China holds forum to commemorate WWII victory anniversary
On Sept.2,2016, China held a forum to commemorate the 71st anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.
From: Xinhua
Hangzhou G20 results that benefit your life
Under the theme of "Toward an Innovative, Invigorated, Interconnected and Inclusive World Economy," this year's G20 Summit was held from September 4-5 in the eastern Chinese city of Hangzhou.
The G20, which represents 85 percent of global GDP, 80 percent of international trade and 65 percent of the world's population, is considered one of the most influential platforms for global financial governance.
The summit not only matters to countries all over the world, but also benefits their citizens, according to the Voice of China, a China National Radio program. Let's take a look at what benefits the summit brings.
From: China Daily
Action plan aims to reduce new disability cases over next 5 years
China's central authority has issued a national action plan to reduce new disability cases by 2020 by promoting awareness and early screening, Xinhua News Agency reported on Sept.6,2016.
From: China Daily
Paralympic opening ceremony held in Brazil
More than 4,400 athletes from 160 countries and regions will compete at the Rio Paralympic Games, which officially opened at the Maracana Stadium on Sept.7,2016.
From: Xinhua
China vows to form closer community of shared future with ASEAN
China has vowed to form a closer community of shared future with Southeast Asian nations while commemorating the 25th anniversary of their dialogue relationship.
From: Xinhua
Senior official calls for strengthening religious work
On Sept.7,2016, top political advisor Yu Zhengsheng urged Communist Party of China (CPC) committees at all levels to strengthen and improve leadership over religious work.
From: Xinhua
White paper hails China's progress in judicial protection of human rights
On Sept.12,2016, a white paper published by the State Council Information Office hailed the new progress made in human rights protection in the field of justice as China enhances the rule of law in all respects.
From: Xinhua
Premier Li to present Chinese solutions, cement friendship during upcoming America tour
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang will attend the 71st session of the United Nations General Assembly and pay official visits to Canada and Cuba, during a trip on Sept. 18-28.
From: Xinhua
China's space lab Tiangong-2 blasts off
China`s space lab Tiangong-2 roars into the air on the back of a Long March-2F rocket from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China, Sept. 15, 2016.
From: Xinhua
Ma Zhaoxu Delivered a Joint Statement on Behalf of Nearly 140 Countries During the 33rd Session of the Human Rights Council
On September 16, 2016, during the 33rd Session of the Human Rights Council, Ambassador Ma Zhaoxu, Permanent Representative of the People’s Republic of China to the United Nations Office at Geneva and Other International Organizations in Switzerland delivered a joint statement entitled "Realizing Development for the Promotion and Protection of Human Rights" on behalf of nearly 140 countries, emphasizing that development is vital for the promotion and protection of human rights.
From: Permanent Mission of PRC to the UN Office at Geneva and Other International Organization in Switzerland
China's Tibetan cultural delegation boosts exchanges with Czech Republic
A cultural exchange delegation from China's Tibet Autonomous Region attended a seminar in Prague on Friday to deepen exchanges with Czechs.
From: Xinhua
Official: Paralympics gives hope to the disabled
On Sept.18,2016,2016 Rio Paralympics was closed and China sets a record with 239 medals including 107 gold medals, both ranking the first on the list.
From: chinahumanrights.org
"September 18 Incident" remembered in China
At the 85th anniversary of the "September 18 Incident", many regions in China hold theme activities to remind people to remember history and never forget national humiliation.
From: chinahumanrights.org
Photo exhibition on China's human rights progress held in UN
To mark the 30th anniversary of the UN Declaration on the Right to Development, a photo exhibition themed “sustainable development and progress of China’s human rights” sponsored by China’s State Council Information Office was opened at the UN headquarters in New York on September 19, 2016.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China to provide 100 million U.S. dollars in additional aid for problems of refugee movement
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang said here Monday that China will provide 100 million U.S. dollars in additional humanitarian aid to help solve problems brought about by massive movement of refugees and migrants.
From: Xinhua
Beijing unveils new guidelines on household registration
Beijing residents will no longer be classified as either rural or urban dwellers once the local government carries out further reform of its household registration system, the Beijing Municipal Government announced on Sept. 19.
From: People's Daily Online
China Student Aid Development Report 2015
Educational equality is an important foundation of social equality. Ensuring students from impoverished families enter school and complete their studies smoothly, is an important measure to promote educational equality and a crucial means to alleviate poverty.
In 2015, through the joint efforts of the financial and educational departments of the central and local governments, as well as schools at all levels, student financial aid in China made new breakthroughs.
The national student financial aid system was enhanced through increased subsidies, with more special aids targeting at registered poverty-stricken students, orphans and disabled students. New policies were also implemented to prevent students dropping from school due to financial problems.
From: China Daily
China to relocate over 9 million people in next 5 years to alleviate poverty
China has announced plans to relocate more than 9 million impoverished people to less geographically disadvantaged areas in the next five years. The move is part of China's recent efforts to deliver on the government’s goal of eliminating poverty during the 13th Five-Year Plan period (2016-2020).
From: People's Daily Online
2016 China-Europe human rights seminar eyes ethnic minorities
The 2016 China-Europe seminar on human rights was held in Chongqing on Sept.28,2016, during which experts and scholars exchanged views on ethnic minorities’ rights protection.
The seminar is sponsored by China Society for Human Rights Studies (CSHRS), attracting over 50 Chinese and European experts and scholars to participate.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China publishes action plan on human rights
The Chinese government on Thursday published its third national action plan on human rights protection, addressing challenges and promising to improve people's standard of living and quality of life.
The National Human Rights Action Plan of China (2016-2020), released by the State Council Information Office, follows the previous two which covered 2009-2010 and 2012-2015 periods.
From: Xinhua
OCTOBER, 2016
China, 19 EU countries sign agreements on recognition of higher education degrees
China has signed agreements on the mutual recognition of higher education degrees with 19 EU member states, including France, Germany and Italy, according to the Ministry of Education.
From: Xinhua
China calls for continued efforts to eradicate poverty
The international community should pay more attention to poverty alleviation and put it as the priority work in social development, said Wu Haitao, China's deputy permanent representative to the UN on October 5, 2016.
From: chinahumanrights.org
US report blind to China’s human rights progress
“The US has been looking at China’s human rights record with prejudice,” Liu Huawen, executive director of the Institute of Human Rights Studies of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, told the Global Times on October 7.
A so-called annual report on China’s human rights has been released by the US Congress, which said China’s human rights record and its market environment are deteriorating.
The report also called for the US government and the Congress to put pressure on Chinese government.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China issues annual blue book on human rights
The annual report on China’s human rights development (2016), also known as blue book of human rights, has been issued recently by China Society for Human Rights Studies (CSHRS).
From: chinahumanrights.org
China advances criminal procedure reform
China has issued a guideline on criminal procedure reform and the role of court trials in a bid to reduce wrongful convictions.
The guideline by the Supreme People's court and procuratorate, along with the ministries of public security, state security and justice, seeks to improve criminal procedure by exerting the court's role in fact finding, identifying evidence, protecting rights and impartial judgment.
From: Xinhua
China issues white paper on poverty reduction, human rights
The Chinese government on Monday issued a white paper that hailed the efforts and progress made in poverty alleviation and human rights.
The white paper, titled "China's Progress in Poverty Reduction and Human Rights," said poverty reduction is the most telling evidence of China's progress in human rights.
The white paper said China has made an enormous contribution to poverty reduction worldwide. Over the past 30 years since the launch of the reform and opening up drive, more than 700 million Chinese people have been lifted out of poverty.
From: Xinhua
China issues guidelines on implementing 13th 5-year plan
The Communist Party of China Central Committee and the State Council have issued guidelines on the implementation of the 13th Five-Year Plan (2016-2020) for economic and social development.
From: Xinhua
International symposium on human rights held in Beijing
The International Symposium of International Cooperation and China’s Perspective on Human Rights was held in Beijing on October 22, 2016. Over 50 experts from the UK, Switzerland, Swiss, Italy, Australia and China attended the Symposium which aimed to collect suggestions on building a research platform for international cooperation on human rights.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China, UK hold 23rd human rights dialogue
The 23rd human rights dialogue was held in London on Oct.27 and 28, 2016. The dialogue was co-chaired by Liu Hua, Special Representative for Human Rights Affairs of China’s Foreign Ministry and Stephen Lillie, Head of the Asia Pacific Directorate at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China to promote international human rights cooperation
China will push exchanges and cooperation in human rights with other countries as a UN Human Rights Council member, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Hua Chunying said Oct.31,2016.
The UN General Assembly on Friday elected China and other 13 countries to the UN Human Rights Council for a three-year term starting Jan. 1, 2017.
From: Xinhua
China opposes politicization, double standards on human rights issues: envoy
China is opposed to politicization and double standards on human rights issues, and rejects interference in the internal affairs of states under the pretext of human rights, A senior Chinese diplomat said Oct.31,2016.
From: Xinhua
China to build a unified medical insurance system in 2017
China vows to eliminate the gap between urban and rural medical insurances to build a unified medical insurance system in 2017, according to a guideline released by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security (MOHRSS) on October 9, 2016.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China making progress on gender equality, women's rights
China will work together with the international community to continue to promote gender equality, a senior Chinese official said on Oct.11, the fifth International Day of the Girl Child.
From: chinadaily.com.cn
China's organ donations increase by 50 pct in first three quarters of 2016
China has processed 2,950 organ donations in the first nine months of this year, up 50 percent year on year, according to figures unveiled by the health authority on Oct.16,2016.
From: Xinhua
China's serious illness insurance covers over 1 bln population
The number of Chinese covered by the serious illness insurance program exceeded 1.05 billion by September, a huge step in reducing medical costs for the whole nation.
From: Xinhua
China's migrant population totals 247 mln
China's migrants numbered 247 million, or 18 percent of the total population, at the end of 2015, according to an official report released on Oct.19,2016.
From: Xinhua
China to improve nursing services for seniors
Chinese civil affairs authorities have pledged to provide seniors with better nursing services by mobilizing idle social resources, according to an official circular.
From: Xinhua
More petitions accepted online
More petitions are being accepted through the online petition system, according to a working conference of the State Bureau for Letters and Calls on Oct.20, 2016.
From: chinahumanrights.org
Convention commemorating 80th anniversary of Long March victory held
On Oct.21, a convention was held to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Long March at the Great Hall of the People in downtown Beijing.
From: Xinhua
China’s human rights efforts deserve global recognition: expert
“The international community should recognize China’s contribution to human rights progress,” said Tom Zwart, professor of human rights and cross-culture law at Utrecht University in an exclusive interview with Chinahumanrights.org at the International Symposium of International Cooperation and China’s Perspective on Human Rights held on October 22 in Beijing.
China’s contributions to human rights development have yet to be recognized by western countries, said Tom.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China eyes life expectancy of 79 in 2030 health plan
China wants to increase its citizens' average life expectancy to 77.3 by 2020 and 79 by 2030, up from 76.34 in 2015, according to a plan on health development spanning the next 15 years.
From: Xinhua
Sixth Plenary Session of 18th CPC Central Committee held in Beijing
The 6th Plenary Session of the 18th Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee is held in Beijing, capital of China, from Oct. 24 to 27, 2016.
From: Xinhua
NOVEMBER, 2016
Wife of Chinese president meets First Lady of Malawi in Beijing
Peng Liyuan, wife of Chinese President Xi Jinping, meets with the First Lady of Malawi Gertrude Mutharika, also vice president of the Organization of African First Ladies Against HIV/AIDS (OAFLA), in Beijing, capital of China, Nov. 1, 2016.
From: Xinhua
China invests heavily to improve education in Tibet
The central government has earmarked over 4 billion yuan (592 million U.S. dollars) to improve education in agricultural and pastoral areas in Tibet Autonomous Region.
From: Xinhua
Nuclear safety prioritized
People will be better informed about nuclear-related information and be allowed to voice their opinions if they suspect they will be impacted by nuclear activities, according to a draft law released on Oct.31.
From: China Daily
China considers new law to protect minor victims of sexual assault
Chinese lawmakers are proposing that the country relax the time limit for minor victims of sexual assault to sue their offenders.
On Oct. 31, when the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress undertook the second review of China’s civil law draft, the committee added a provision that minor victims of sexual assault be able to sue offenders as late as one year after they turn 18.
From: People's Daily Online
China’s food waste occurs at late stages: report
China’s food waste and losses mainly occur at late stages of the food supply chain such as retailing and human consumption stages, according to a recently released report by the Third World Network (TWN).
From: chinahumanrights.org
China makes new moves to protect judicial fairness
China has made a series of new moves in 2016 to strengthen judicial transparency and fairness.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China issues five-year plan to reduce greenhouse gas emission
China will reduce carbon dioxide emissions per unit of GDP by 18 percent compared with that in 2015 by the end of 2020, the cabinet announced on Nov.4,2016.
From: Xinhua
China adopts law on cybersecurity
On Nov.11,China's top legislature adopted a Cybersecurity Law to safeguard sovereignty on cyber space, national security and the rights of citizens.
From: Xinhua
China bans for-profit private schools in compulsory education program
China has banned profit-led private schools from the 9-year compulsory education system, which covers primary to junior high school, according to a revised law.
From: Xinhua
China to enhance supervision of police criminal investigations
Chinese prosecutors will intensify supervision of police criminal investigations, according to a report Saturday.
From: Xinhua
Global actions needed to fight climate change: official
Nov.4, 2016 is a historic day when the Paris Agreement to combat climate change took effect, opening a new chapter in fighting global climate change.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China vows to improve people’s health literacy
China pledges to promote health education to increase people’s health literacy by 30 percent by 2030, said Mao Qun’an, head of the Publicity Department of the National Health and Family Planning Commission (NHFPC), at a press conference on November 7th.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China pledges to cut coal emissions
China would strive to lower carbon emissions in the next five years while shouldering common but different principles, the deputy head of the Chinese delegation said on Nov.7,2016.
From: China Daily
China jails 49 for catastrophic Tianjin warehouse blasts
Courts in north China's Tianjin Municipality on Wednesday sentenced 49 people to prison, including 24 company managers and staff members as well as 25 government officials found guilty of various crimes that led to the city's warehouse blasts, which killed at least 165 people in August 2015.
From: Xinhua
China, Germany hold 14th human rights dialogue
The 14th human rights dialogue was held in Germany on Nov.8, 2016. Li Junhua(Left 2), head of the International Department of China’s Foreign Ministry, and Kofler(Right 2), Commissioner for Human Rights of the German Federal Government attended the press conference in Germany.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China allocates 3.6 trillion yuan to education in 2015
China allocated 3.6 trillion yuan (530 billion U.S. dollars) to education in 2015, marking 10-percent growth year on year.
From: Xinhua
2006 Maritime Labor Convention takes effect in China
The Maritime Labor Convention, 2006 (MLC) took effect in China on November 12, 2016, which will further protect Chinese seafarers’ rights on board.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China to improve family education
China vows to improve family education according a five-year guideline jointly released by China’s nine ministries.
90 percent of elementary and primary schools, kindergartens and vocational schools in urban areas should build parents schools and 80 percent for rural areas, according to the guideline.
From: chinahumanrights.org
Chinese president says G20 obliged to promote world economic growth
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday proposed strengthened coordination on macroeconomic policy, innovation-driven development and an open world economy as prescriptions for boosting global growth.
From: Xinhua
Premier Li underlines implementation of poverty-relief measures
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang stressed solid implementation of poverty precision-relief measures.
Li, who chaired a State Council meeting on Tuesday, said that the measures should focus on old revolutionary base areas, ethnic minority and border areas and areas where lots of people still live in abject poverty to raise their own development capability.
The government will push forward a series of projects to ensure poverty will be eliminated by 2020 as planned, according to a statement released after the meeting.
From: Xinhua
9th Global Conference on Health Promotion kicks off in Shanghai
The 9th Global Conference on Health Promotion has begun in Shanghai on Nov. 21, 2016.
With the goal of highlighting critical links between health initiatives and the 2030 UN Agenda for Sustainable Development, the conference will provide an unprecedented opportunity to reassert the significance of health and health promotion at the historical moment of the Ottawa Charter’s 30-year anniversary, as well as in the first year of implementing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It will direct and guide member states on the practical application of evidence-based health promotion concepts and techniques for achieving SDGs.
From: People's Daily Online
Chinese premier calls to deepen healthcare reform with more courage, wisdom
Premier Li Keqiang said Monday that China will deepen healthcare reform to cover both urban and rural residents with universal health care.
From: Xinhua
China vows social security reform: minister
"China will make more efforts to reform and improve its social security system to adapt to the economic and social development," said Yin Weimin, China's Minister of Human Resources and Social Security at a session of the World Social Security Summit on November 18.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China to introduce national smoking ban in public places
A national regulation banning smoking in public places is expected to be issued by the end of this year, according to the National Health and Family Planning Commission.
From: Xinhua
Guideline on children charity organization releases
The event to commemorate the 27th anniversary of Convention on the Rights of the Child and to promote a guideline on children charity organizations’ behaviors was held in Beijing on Monday.
From: chinahumanrights.org
China Focus: China vows firm support for UN
Chinese President Xi Jinping met United Nations Secretary-General designate Antonio Guterres in Beijing on Monday, vowing stronger cooperation with the UN and firm support for its work.
From: Xinhua
Progress hailed in campaign against domestic violence
On Nov.24, front-line defenders in the fight against domestic violence hailed China's progress at a roundtable discussion in Beijing, one day ahead of the 17th International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women.
From: China Daily
China remains unemployment rate of 4.1 percent
“China has made 12 million jobs and controlled the unemployment rate within 4.1 percent for the past 5 years,” Zhang Yizhan, vice minister of Human Resources and Social Security (MOHRSS).
Zhang made the remarks at a seminar on job promotion policy on Nov.25, which is jointly sponsored by Ministry of the MOHRSS and International Labor Organization (ILO) in Beijing.
From: chinahumanrights.org
December 2016
China Issues White Paper on Right to Development
On December 1, 2016, Chinese government issued a white paper on the right to development, expounding on its philosophy, practice and contribution.
–News on December 1
From: Xinhua
Xi Congratulates Opening of Symposium on UN Development Right Declaration
President Xi Jinping sent a congratulatory letter to an international symposium that opened in Beijing on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the adoption of the United Nations’ “Declaration on the Right to Development.”
–News on December 4
From: Xinhua
International Seminar Urges Equal Opportunities for Development
A two-day international seminar on the right to development concluded on December 5, 2016, urging continued global commitment to offering equal opportunities for development and sharing its benefits.
–News on December 5
From: Xinhua
China Releases Five-Year Plan for Cleaner Air, Water, Soil
China’s State Council has released a national plan on environmental improvements for the 13th Five-Year Plan period (2016-2020), detailing tasks to cleanse polluted air, water and soil.
–News on December 5
From: Xinhua
China Issues First White Paper on Traditional Chinese Medicine
The Chinese government published its first white paper on traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) on December 6, 2016, detailing policies and measures on TCM development and highlighting its unique value in the new era.
–News on December 6
From: Xinhua
China Moves to Raise Farmers’ Income
China will intensify policy support in the next five years to narrow the urban-rural income gap and double farmers’ 2010 average per capita income by 2020, according to the State Council.
– News on December 6
From: Xinhua
China to Build Modern International Road Transport System by 2020
China will build an open, modern and efficient international road system by 2020 to facilitate international transport and strengthen connectivity among countries along the Belt and Road.
– News on December 6
From: Xinhua
China and Brazil Hold the 2ndConsultation on Human Rights
On December 6, 2016, China and Brazil held the 2nd consultation on human rights. Special Representative for Human Rights Affairs and Deputy Director-General of the Department of International Organizations and Conferences of the Foreign Ministry Liu Hua and Director of Department for Human Rights and Social Issues of the Foreign Ministry Alexandre Ghisleni of Brazil co-chaired the consultation. State Ethnic Affairs Commission sent representatives to attend the consultation.
–News on December 6
From: Ministry of Foreign Affairs
China-Germany Forum on Human Rights Development Held in Beijing
The 2016 China-Germany Forum on Human Rights Development was held in Beijing on December 8,2016.
Human rights experts from China and Germany gathered to discuss issues regarding peaceful development and the protection of human rights.
–News on December 8
From: Xinhua
Human Rights Research Institute Established at NWUPL
Northwest University of Political Science and Law (NWUPL) officially launched its Human Rights Research Institute on December 8, 2016.
–News on December 8
From: chinahumanrights.org
China, US Improve Cooperation in Cybersecurity
Chinese and US officials meeting in Washington on December 7,2016, the first day of a two-day bilateral cybersecurity dialogue, agreed to expand their collaboration, according to Chinese officials.
–News on December 9
From: China Daily
Human Rights Day 2016
On 10 December every year, the world commemorates the day in 1948 on which the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, proclaiming its principles as the “common standard of achievement for all peoples and all nations.”
–News on December 10
From: UNESCO
China Solicits Public Opinions on Community Corrections Act
The State Council Law Office released a draft on Community Corrections Act on December 11,2016, which started to solicit public opinions on Internet.
–News on December 11
From: chinahumanrights.org
China’s Aging Population to Reach Peak of 400 Million by 2055
It is estimated that China’s aging population will reach its peak of 400 million by 2055, with large numbers of the elderly in rural areas and a prevalence of female senior citizens, a recent report showed.
– News on December 13
From: People’s Daily Online
China Makes Education Standards for Disabled Students
The Ministry of Education has implemented compulsory education curriculum standards for special education schools for the blind, the deaf and intelligence training. This is the first systematic learning standards for disabled students since the establishment of People’s Republic of China.
– News on December 14
From: chinahumanrights.org
Report: China’s Ecology Improves from 2010 to 2014
From 2010 to 2014, China’s ecological civilization index kept increasing, according to a report issued by China Ecological Civilization Research and Promotion Association on December 18.
China’s ecological conditions have been improving since 2010, and entered a new stage of continuous improvement, according to China’s provincial ecological civilization evaluation report issued at the annual meeting of China’s Ecological Civilization Forum in Haikou.
–News on December 18
From: chinahumanrights.org
Yushu Releases Bilingual Social Security Cards
Yushu Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture started to issue 77,821 bilingual social security cards to residents on December 19,2016.
The Tibetan-Chinese social security cards have the dual functions of social security card and financial bank card. 300,000 more will be issued later.
–News on December 19
From: chinahumanrights.org
China a Great Contributor to World Biological Diversity
The 13th Conference of the Contracting Parties of Convention on Biological Diversity closed in Cancun on December 17, 2016.
It was announced at the conference that China will host the 15th Conference of the Contracting Parties of Convention on Biological Diversity in 2020.
–News on December 20
From: chinahumanrights.org
17th Anniversary of Return to Motherland Celebrated in Macao
The government of Macao Special Administrative Region holds a reception to celebrate the 17th anniversary of Macao’s return to the motherland, in Macao, south China, December 20, 2016.
–News on December 20
From: Xinhua
China Passes Plan to Boost Health Services
On December 21,2016, China’s State Council passed a plan on health care and medical system reform for the 13th Five-Year Plan period (2016-2020).
Health care development is basic to the drive for a “Healthy China” and crucial to addressing people’s needs, said a statement released after a State Council executive meeting presided over by Premier Li Keqiang.
–News on December 21
From: Xinhua
Chinese Life Expectancy to Hit 77 by 2020
The average life expectancy for Chinese will reach 77 years by 2020, one year more than the figure in 2015, the health authority announced on December 23, 2016.
–News on December 24
From: Xinhua
CSHRS National Council Convenes First Conference
China Society for Human Rights Studies (CSHRS), a national human rights think tank, convened the first conference of its fourth national council in Beijing on December 23, 2016.
–News on December 26
From: chinahumanrights.org
CFHRD National Council Convenes First Conference
China Foundation for Human Rights Development (CFHRD) convened the first conference of its third national council in Beijing on December 23. More than 100 members and supervisors attended the conference.
–News on December 26
From: chinahumanrights.org
China Mulls New Regulation on Medical Disputes
China’s top legislature is considering a new regulation that would tackle the country’s surging doctor-patient disputes, which have led to violent confrontations targeting medical workers.
– News on December 26
From: People’s Daily Online
China Contributes to Over 70 Percent of Global Poverty Reduction
The number of Chinese people lifted out of poverty in the last 30 years accounts for more than 70 percent of the world's total, according to a blue paper on poverty reduction released on December 27, 2016.
–News on December 27
From: Xinhua
Over 13 Million New Jobs Created in 2016: Official
China created more than 13 million new jobs in cities this year as part of the efforts to stabilize a slowing economy, a Chinese official said.
– News on December 28
From: Xinhua
China Passes Education Development Plan
China’s State Council has passed a plan on educational development for the 13th Five-Year Plan period (2016-2020).
– News on December 29
From: Xinhua
