China adopts law to strengthen social assistance system
Xinhua | Updated: 2026-04-30 09:13
BEIJING -- China's top legislature on Thursday voted to adopt a law on social assistance, aimed at strengthening basic living support and providing a stronger safety net for vulnerable groups.
The law was passed after its third reading at a legislative session of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress, which runs from Monday to Thursday.
The law will take effect on July 1, 2026.
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