Qinghai-Tibet Plateau Ecological Protection Law of the People's Republic of China. Country/Territory China Document type Legislation Date 2023 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Environment gen., Water, Wild species & ecosystems Keyword Basic legislation Basin/catchment/watershed Biodiversity Sustainable development Sustainable use Policy/planning Pollution control Protected area Protection of environment Inspection Offences/penalties Ecosystem preservation Hazards Erosion Risk assessment/management Early warning system Monitoring Mountain area Climate change Inland waters Wetlands Hydropower generation Wild fauna Wild flora Endangered species Protection of habitats Protection of species Tourism Alien species Geographical area Asia, Asia and the Pacific, East Asian Seas, Eastern Asia, North Pacific, North-West Pacific Abstract This Law is enacted to strengthen the ecological protection of the Qinghai Tibet Plateau, prevent and control ecological risks, ensure ecological security, promote sustainable economic and social development, and achieve harmonious coexistence between humans and nature. The Law consists of 7 Chapters: General Provisions; Ecological security layout; Ecological protection and restoration; Ecological risk prevention and control; Safeguards and supervision; Legal liability; Supplementary Provisions. Full text Chinese Website www.mee.gov.cn