Regulatory updates - 2025
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This page summarizes key regulatory developments in China during 2025 that impact mobile app developers, publishers, and platform operators. It includes official policy releases, enforcement actions, and new standards related to data protection, content governance, and industry compliance.
All links point to official government sources or national standard bodies.
January 2025
Draft Rules on the Management of Multi-Channel Content Distribution Services
The Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) released a draft titled 《网络信息内容多渠道分发服务机构相关业务活动管理规定》, aimed at regulating the operations of platforms and services involved in multi-channel content distribution. It addresses responsibilities related to content moderation, data security, and compliance.
Official Source (CAC)
Interim Measures for the Supervision of Microloan Companies
The National Financial Regulatory Administration (NFRA) issued finalized rules under 《小额贷款公司监督管理暂行办法》, setting standards for licensing, capital requirements, data reporting, and consumer protection for online and offline microloan firms.
Official Source (NFRA)
February 2025
Guidelines for the Healthy Development of Online Micro-Dramas
The National Radio and Television Administration (NRTA) released a notice titled 《关于进一步统筹发展和安全促进网络微短剧行业健康繁荣发展的通知》. The document focuses on content quality, copyright enforcement, and age-appropriate guidelines for short-form video platforms.
Official Source (NRTA)
Administrative Measures on the Dissemination of Military Information Online
Ten departments including CAC jointly issued 《互联网军事信息传播管理办法》, regulating entities that publish, host, or distribute military-related content online. It covers content review procedures, source verification, and platform responsibilities.
Official Source (CAC)
March 2025
Measures on the Labelling of AI-Generated Synthetic Content
The CAC and three other departments published the official version of 《人工智能生成合成内容标识办法》. The regulation mandates clear identification of AI-generated images, text, audio, and video across digital services, with labeling requirements at the point of content display and in metadata.
Official Source (CAC)
Administrative Measures on Bank Agency Sales Business
The NFRA released 《商业银行代理销售业务管理办法》, outlining operational requirements, risk controls, and consumer protection mechanisms for commercial banks offering agency sales of financial products.
Official Source (NFRA)
April 2025
Measures on the Application of AI in Meteorology
The China Meteorological Administration (CMA) and the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) jointly issued the official version of the Measures on the Application of Artificial Intelligence in Meteorology. This regulation establishes guidelines for the use of AI in meteorological services, including data sharing, algorithm transparency, and cybersecurity protocols.
Official Source (CMA)
Regulations on the Quality Management of Online Sales of Medical Devices
The National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) released the Regulations on the Quality Management of Online Sales of Medical Devices, setting standards for e-commerce platforms and sellers to ensure the safety and traceability of medical devices sold online.
Official Source (NMPA)
May 2025
Guidelines for the Supervision of Medical Advertising
The State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) published the Guidelines for the Supervision of Medical Advertising, providing detailed rules on the content, placement, and review processes for medical advertisements, with a focus on protecting consumers and preventing misleading claims.
Official Source (SAMR)
June 2025
Draft Measures on the Classification of Online Information That May Affect Minors' Physical and Mental Health
The CAC released a draft of the Measures on the Classification of Online Information That May Affect Minors' Physical and Mental Health, seeking public feedback. The draft outlines criteria for identifying harmful content and proposes classification standards to protect minors online.
Official Source (CAC)
Special Action on the Abuse of AI Technology
The CAC initiated the "Clear and Bright: Rectifying the Abuse of AI Technology" special action, aiming to address and mitigate the misuse of AI technologies in online platforms, including deepfakes and automated content generation.
Official Source (CAC)
July 2025
Special Action on the Online Environment for Minors During the 2025 Summer Vacation
The CAC launched the "Clear and Bright: 2025 Summer Vacation Online Environment Rectification" special action, focusing on curbing online behaviors that negatively impact minors during the summer break, such as excessive gaming and exposure to inappropriate content.
Official Source (CAC)
Special Action on the Online Environment for the Chengdu World Universiade
The CAC initiated the "Clear and Bright: Chengdu World Universiade Online Environment Rectification" special action to ensure a safe and positive online environment during the international sporting event, targeting issues like misinformation and online harassment.
Official Source (CAC)
August 2025
Notice on Regulating "Self-Media" Medical Science Communication
The CAC issued a notice to regulate the behavior of "self-media" in the field of medical science communication, emphasizing the need for accurate, responsible, and ethical dissemination of medical information to the public.
Official Source (CAC)
Special Rectification of Online Content Related to Retired Military Personnel
The CAC launched a special rectification campaign targeting online content related to retired military personnel, aiming to eliminate inappropriate behavior and harmful information affecting this group.
Official Source (CAC)
September 2025
Joint Action on Online Disruptions in the Automotive Industry
The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) and five other departments jointly deployed a special action to address online disruptions in the automotive industry, focusing on issues like false advertising and unauthorized data collection.
Official Source (MIIT)
Draft Measures on Identifying Online Platforms with Significant Impact on Minors
The CAC released a draft of the Measures on Identifying Online Platforms with Significant Impact on Minors, seeking public feedback. The draft outlines criteria for determining platforms that have a large number of minor users or significant influence on this group.
Official Source (CAC)
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