Regulations on recovery and reconstruction after Wenchuan earthquake. Country/Territory China Document type Regulation Date 2008 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Environment gen. Keyword Hazards Policy/planning Inspection Institution Authorization/permit Fiscal and market measures Financing Offences/penalties Geographical area Asia, Asia and the Pacific, East Asian Seas, Eastern Asia, North Pacific, North-West Pacific Entry into force notes These Regulations entered into force as of the date of promulgation. Abstract These Regulations aim to guarantee that the Wenchuan post-earthquake disaster recovery and reconstruction work is carried out effectively, orderly and effectively, and promote the economic and social recovery and development of disaster areas. The Text consists of 80 Articles divided into 9 Chapters: General provisions (I); Transitional settlement (II); Investigation and assessment(III); Recovery and reconstruction planning(IV); Recovery and reconstruction implementation (V); Funds raising and policy supports(VI); Supervision and administration (VII); Legal liabilities (VIII); Supplementary provisions (IX). Full text Chinese Website www.gov.cn