Regulatory framework for the protection of the rights and interests of overseas Chinese

Countries and areas:

China

2030 Agenda migration-relevant and related target Labels:

Goal 8: Decent work and economic growth

GCM Thematic Cluster Areas:

Objective 14: Enhance consular protection, assistance and cooperation throughout the migration cycle

Contributors:

Member States

Chairmanship:

France 2022-2023

Geographical Relevance:

National

Tags:

Diaspora Empowerment and Engagement, Migrant Protection and Assistance

Summary:

China's State Council proposed expediting legislation on the protection of the rights and interests of overseas Chinese in its report submitted to the country's top legislature for review.

A national law dedicated to the protection of the rights and interests of overseas Chinese has yet to be put into place, according to the report on the work related to Chinese nationals overseas, which is under deliberation at the ongoing session of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress

Link:

http://english.scio.gov.cn/chinavoices/2023-04/25/content_85253496.htm

GFMD Source:

GFMD 2022-2023 - GRT 3 Background Paper " Diasporas as actors of economic, social and cultural development"