Rules of the People's Republic of China governing vessels of foreign nationality. Country/Territory China Document type Regulation Date 1979 Source FAO, FAOLEX Original source Foreign-Related Laws and Regulations of the P.R.C., CD-rom, Bureau of Legislative Affairs of the People's Republic of China. Subject Sea, Environment gen. Keyword Marine pollution Navigation Coastal zone management Pollution control Hazards Harbour Geographical area Asia, Asia and the Pacific, East Asian Seas, Eastern Asia, North Pacific, North-West Pacific Entry into force notes The Rules have become effective on 18 September 1979. Abstract These Rules are formulated in order to safeguard ports and coastal waters, ensure the safety of navigation and prevent the pollution of waters. They are divided into the following Chapters: Port Entry and Exit and Navigation (I); Berthing (II); Signals and Communication (III); Dangerous Goods (IV); Safeguard of Navigation Lanes (V); Prevention of Pollution (VI); Fire Control and Rescue (VII); Accidents of Damages at Sea (VIII); Punishments on Contravention of Regulations (IX); Supplementary Provisions (X). Full text English References - Legislation Implemented by Official Reply of the State Council concerning the amending of the provisions of the People's Republic of China concerning the administration of vessels of foreign nationality navigating in the waters of the Yangtze River. Legislation | China | 1983 (1992) Keyword: Inland waters, River basin institution, Navigation, Harbour, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings Source: FAO, FAOLEX