This National Emergency Response Plan issued by the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China and the State Council outlines the comprehensive framework for managing and responding to major emergencies in China. The Plan aims to protect people's lives and property, maintain national security and social stability, and effectively manage major safety risks and emergencies. The Plan applies to the response to particularly significant emergencies by the Central Committee and the State Council and guides nationwide emergency response efforts. Emergencies are classified into natural disasters, accidents, public health incidents, and social security incidents, with further sub-classifications and grading based on severity and impact. It details the command structure at the national and local levels, including the establishment of emergency command institutions and expert groups to provide decision-making support and participate in emergency response. The Operational mechanisms proposed in the Plan covers risk prevention, monitoring, early warning, response, and rescue operations. It outlines the procedures for information reporting, emergency response activation, command coordination, and public communication. The Plan also addresses the allocation of human, financial, and material resources for emergency response, including the role of the military, social emergency forces, and the importance of insurance and public donations. In addition, it outlines the procedures for the preparation, coordination, exercise, evaluation, and revision of emergency plans to ensure they remain effective and up-to-date.
China · 2025-02-01