The 14th Five-Year Plan has ushered in a new era for Traditional Chinese Medicine in China, with 34 additional national standards now in play, elevating the grand total to 36. This was disclosed at the Chinese National Technical Committee on TCM Standardization’s 2025 meeting on January 24 in Beijing.
Spanning clinical applications, scientific inquiry, indigenous healing traditions, medicinal production, and informatics, these standards form a robust ecosystem. The accompanying ‘National Standards System Table’ provides a roadmap, regularly refined to meet contemporary demands.
This surge highlights TCM’s expanding global stature, backed by rigorous protocols that enhance reliability and efficacy. As China invests heavily in this ancient practice, it bridges Eastern wisdom with Western science, appealing to a worldwide audience seeking natural remedies.
Analysts predict these standards will catalyze exports, collaborations, and innovations. By prioritizing standardization, China not only safeguards TCM’s legacy but also propels it toward mainstream acceptance in international healthcare arenas.