China’s 2026 Legislative Agenda: What Businesses Should Watch

Key Takeaways

• On several long-standing priorities, China is moving from concept to rulemaking this year.
• Economic stability remains central, with plans to improve financial oversight, consistency in market competition policy, and social and public welfare.
• Rulemaking in strategic areas, including AI governance, critical minerals, outbound investment, and foreign-facing legal tools, will also advance.