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Measures of the the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region for the implementation of the Water law of the People's Republic of China.

Country/Territory
China
Territorial subdivision
Xinjiang
Document type
Regulation
Date
2023
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Water
Keyword
Hazards Fertilizers/nutrients Groundwater Inspection Irrigation Offences/penalties Pesticides Pollution control Potable water Protection of environment Recycling/reuse Sewerage Surface water Sustainable development Freshwater pollution
Geographical area
Asia, Asia and the Pacific, East Asian Seas, Eastern Asia, North Pacific, North-West Pacific
Abstract

These Measures are formulated in accordance with the Water Law of the People's Republic of China, aiming to protect and improve the water ecological environment, prevent and control water pollution, ensure the safety of drinking water, maintain public health, promote the construction of ecological civilization, and promote the comprehensive, coordinated and sustainable development of the economy and society. The Measures apply to the prevention and control of pollution of surface water bodies such as rivers, glaciers, lakes, channels, reservoirs, and groundwater bodies within the administrative area of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.

Full text
Chinese
Website
www.ehs.cn

References - Legislation

Implements

Law of the People's Republic of China on Prevention and Control of Water Pollution.

Legislation | China | 1984 (2017)

Keyword: Basic legislation, Freshwater pollution, Groundwater, Policy/planning, Pollution control, Water quality standards, Waste disposal, Effluent waste water/discharge, Industrial water use, Water conservation zone

Source: FAO, FAOLEX