Traditional Chinese Medicine Knowledge Preservation Law Takes Effect 2027

Beijing, November 9 – The Traditional Chinese Medicine Knowledge Preservation Regulations, signed by Premier Li Qiang, will be enforced starting January 1, 2027. The State Council’s directive aims to protect, transmit, and develop the extensive corpus of TCM knowledge that forms a cornerstone of Chinese cultural heritage.

The 32-article regulation sets out overarching requirements, first establishing the definition and scope of TCM knowledge and the guiding principles for its safeguarding. It calls for robust government action and promotes coordinated involvement from scholars, NGOs, and the private sector.

A major focus lies in the systematic study and archiving of classical TCM texts. Selected manuscripts will be meticulously examined, cataloged, and entered into a national preservation database, making them accessible for modern analysis and practice.

The final sections reinforce the protection, inheritance, and appropriate use of vital TCM knowledge. By creating clear pathways for transmission and encouraging contemporary application, the law seeks to keep traditional Chinese medicine a dynamic and integral part of future health landscapes.