China's Rules on Shipping: Sailing on an International Voyage

March 31, 2002 | BY

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The government recently promulgated new shipping regulations in response to WTO requirements.

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By George Y. B. Wang,Hao Tian Law Office,Beijing

Following on China's WTO entry, we've seen a host of new legislation covering a diverse range of businesses. Among the areas being governed by new rules is international shipping. The State Council promulgated the PRC International Sea Transportation Regulations (the Shipping Regulations or the Regulations) on December 11 2001, and they became effective as of January 12002.