Milestone of China's Foreign-Related Legislation – A Review of the Law of the People's Republic of China on Foreign Relations

Abstract

The Law of the People's Republic of China on Foreign Relations is China's first foundational and comprehensive law in the field of foreign relations. This law promotes the rule of law both domestically and internationally in a coordinated manner, significantly enhancing the legal framework governing China's conduct of foreign affairs. It also makes substantial progress in the strategic development of foreign-related legislation, advancing the overall foreign-related legal system and integrity, quality and timeliness of specific legislation. Bearing distinct Chinese characteristics and reflecting the ethos of our era, this law stands as a milestone in the legislative history of China.