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China Emphasizes Importance of International Technical Standards

Strategic Insights

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Chinese Vice Premier Wu Bangguo emphasized the significance of adopting international technical standards in enhancing Chinese products and services, as well as boosting international trade. He made this statement in a written speech to the 22nd International Standardization Organization (ISO) General Assembly, which took place in Beijing. Wu noted that by adopting international technical standards, China can acquire and apply advanced technologies and management experience to its products and services. He highlighted China's focus on understanding the role of international standards in eliminating non-tariff technical trade barriers during the country's negotiations to join the World Trade Organization (WTO).

Key Takeaways:

  • The Chinese government considers adopting international technical standards crucial for improving Chinese products and services.
  • Wu Bangguo emphasized that embracing international technical standards can help China learn and apply advanced technologies and management practices.
  • The 22nd ISO General Assembly, held in Beijing, discussed major policy-making, long-term plans, and technical assistance to standardization organizations in developing countries.
  • A total of 400 representatives from 96 countries and 10 international organizations attended the opening ceremony of the ISO assembly.
  • Wu stated that the Chinese government aims to remove unnecessary obstacles to trade posed by technical regulations and standards.
  • ISO has maintained its commitment to assisting developing countries in standardization efforts, aiming to bridge the gap between developed and developing countries.
  • China is prepared to actively participate in international standardization organizations and collaborate in addressing shared challenges in international standardization.

Statistics:

  • 400 representatives from 96 countries and 10 international organizations attended the opening ceremony of the ISO General Assembly.
  • The 22nd ISO General Assembly was the first such event held in China or any other developing country in the organization's 52-year history.
  • China has focused on understanding the active role of international standards in eliminating non-tariff technical trade barriers during its negotiations to join the WTO.

Sources:

  • XINHUA
  • COMTEX (http://www.comtexnews.com)

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