Regulation of the People's Republic of China on the Administration of River Courses. Country/Territory China Document type Regulation Date 1988 (2018) Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Water Keyword River basin institution Flood Governance Offences/penalties Surface water Freshwater resources management Geographical area Asia, Asia and the Pacific, East Asian Seas, Eastern Asia, North Pacific, North-West Pacific Abstract This Regulation is enacted in accordance with the Water Law of the People's Republic of China, aiming at enhancing the administration of river courses, ensuring safety in flood control, and achieving the comprehensive benefits of rivers and lakes. The Regulation consist of 7 Chapters: General Provisions; River Course Control and Construction; River Course Protection; Obstacle Clearing in River Course; Funding; Penalties; Supplementary Provisions. Full text Chinese Website www.cjw.gov.cn