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CQC and Local Beijing Government Join Forces to Develop New Eco Certification
CQC and Local Beijing Government Join Forces to Develop New Eco Certification
The China Quality Certification Centre (CQC) has signed an agreement with local authorities in Beijing to create a new ecological product certification system.
Sieyuan Qingneng and Sineng Electric Receive Guardian Certification at Beijing Energy Summit
Sieyuan Qingneng and Sineng Electric Receive Guardian Certification at Beijing Energy Summit
At the 13th International Energy Storage Conference and Exhibition in Beijing  (ESIE 2025),
China Calls for 2025 Pilot Projects Covering Smart Tech, Sustainability, and Public Services
China Calls for 2025 Pilot Projects Covering Smart Tech, Sustainability, and Public Services
The Standardization Administration of China (SAC) is accepting proposals for 2025 national standardization pilot projects.
Household Appliance Makers in China Face Stricter Standards After Update
Household Appliance Makers in China Face Stricter Standards After Update
China has updated key national standards for household appliances and power supplies, introducing tougher safety, electromagnetic compatibility, and energy efficiency requirements.
China Quality Certification Center Leads Release of Zero-Carbon Park Evaluation Standard
China Quality Certification Center Leads Release of Zero-Carbon Park Evaluation Standard
The China Quality Certification Center (CQC) has led the creation of a new national group standard to guide the development of low-carbon industrial parks.
China Updates National Rules for Labeling Prepackaged Food
China Updates National Rules for Labeling Prepackaged Food
China has issued a revised version of its national standard GB 7718–2025 for labeling prepackaged food, which will take effect on March 16, 2027, following a two-year transition period.
China Launches Accreditation Projects for Artificial Intelligence and Privacy Information Management Systems
China Launches Accreditation Projects for Artificial Intelligence and Privacy Information Management Systems
The China National Accreditation Service for Conformity Assessment (CNAS) recently held kickoff meetings for two major projects to establish accreditation systems for artificial intelligence (AI) management and privacy information management.
BAIC Research Institute Receives China’s First Req.MMi Evaluation Certificate
BAIC Research Institute Receives China’s First Req.MMi Evaluation Certificate
The China Quality Certification Center (CQC) has awarded the nation's first Requirements Maturity Model Integration (Req.MMi) evaluation certificate to Beijing Automotive Research Institute Co., Ltd. (BAIC Research Institute), confirming it has achieved Level 2 maturity (managed level).
CNAS Case of Best Practice Featured for 2025 World Accreditation Day
CNAS Case of Best Practice Featured for 2025 World Accreditation Day
A case of best practice submitted by the China National Accreditation Service for Conformity Assessment (CNAS) has been featured on the official platforms of the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) and the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC).
CQC Supports Fujian's Textile Carbon Footprint Certification Pilot
CQC Supports Fujian's Textile Carbon Footprint Certification Pilot
The China Quality Certification Center (CQC) was invited to participate in a seminar and conduct field inspections in Jinjiang, a city in Fujian Province, to support the region’s carbon footprint certification pilot for the textile industry.
CQC Selected as Evaluation Agency for Beijing SMEs' Digital Transformation
CQC Selected as Evaluation Agency for Beijing SMEs' Digital Transformation
The China Quality Certification Center (CQC) has been chosen by the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Economy and Information Technology as an evaluation agency for the pilot project on the digital transformation of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Beijing.
CQC Issues First Certifications for Solid Waste Treatment and Water Efficiency Under Dual Carbon Policy
CQC Issues First Certifications for Solid Waste Treatment and Water Efficiency Under Dual Carbon Policy
In line with China’s dual carbon policy, the China Quality Certification Center (CQC) has issued its first certifications for Solid Waste Treatment Management and Water Efficiency Management.

Global News

ISO Annual Meeting 2025 Heads to Rwanda
ISO Annual Meeting 2025 Heads to Rwanda
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Annual Meeting 2025 will take place from October 6 to 10 in Kigali, Rwanda,
IEC Survey Shows Global Citizens Demand Stronger Action on Renewable Energy
IEC Survey Shows Global Citizens Demand Stronger Action on Renewable Energy
The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has released a new study showing overwhelming public support for a more sustainable future,
EA Legal Opinion Confirms GLOBAC Must Amend Statutes for EU Compliance
EA Legal Opinion Confirms GLOBAC Must Amend Statutes for EU Compliance
A legal review commissioned by the European co-operation for Accreditation (EA) has concluded that the planned international body GLOBAC must amend its documents to comply with European Union law.
What to Expect With Revision of Benchmark Aerospace QM Standard as AS9100 Transitions to IA9100
What to Expect With Revision of Benchmark Aerospace QM Standard as AS9100 Transitions to IA9100
The International Aerospace Quality Group (IAQG) is preparing the release of IA9100, the new quality management standard that will replace AS9100 for aviation, space, and defense.
ISO 27018 Updated to Strengthen Data Protection in Public Cloud Services
ISO 27018 Updated to Strengthen Data Protection in Public Cloud Services
The new ISO/IEC 27018:2025 is the third edition of the guideline for protecting personally identifiable information (PII) in public cloud services where providers act as data processors.
OECD Endorses GOTS, Recognizing Its Growing Social Dimension
OECD Endorses GOTS, Recognizing Its Growing Social Dimension
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has reviewed the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) Version 7.0, 
IEC TS 60255-216-1 Standardizes Communication for Smart Grid Protection Devices
IEC TS 60255-216-1 Standardizes Communication for Smart Grid Protection Devices
The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has published a new standard that sets common rules for how protection devices in the power grid communicate digitally so they can work together reliably.
Addressing Biometric Fraud in Identity Documents With New ISO 20059
Addressing Biometric Fraud in Identity Documents With New ISO 20059
A new international standard, ISO/IEC 20059, has been launched to strengthen biometric systems against morphing attacks.
Global Report by Standards Australia and ISO Maps 1,122 Environmental Standards
Global Report by Standards Australia and ISO Maps 1,122 Environmental Standards
Standards Australia and the ISO have launched the first edition of the Global Environmental Data Standards Mapping report,
International Young Professionals Gather in Germany for DKE Camp on Smart Cities
International Young Professionals Gather in Germany for DKE Camp on Smart Cities
The DKE Young Professionals Camp 2025 brought together 18 young experts from 18 countries to explore how standards can foster innovation and sustainability, with smart cities as a central example.
IEEE SA Launches Interactive Platform for Popular Standards
IEEE SA Launches Interactive Platform for Popular Standards
The IEEE Standards Association (IEEE SA), which operates under the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), has launched the Interactive Standards (IS) platform.
FSC Launches Survey on Revision of Trademark Use Guide for Promotional Licence Holders
FSC Launches Survey on Revision of Trademark Use Guide for Promotional Licence Holders
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is revising its Trademark Use Guide for Promotional Licence Holders and is calling for input through a public survey open until October 2, 2025.
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