Premier Li Qiang signed an order promulgating amendments to the Regulations on Housing Provident Fund Management, effective Sep 20, 2026. Changes target operational efficiency: simplify employee withdrawal procedures, shorten review times for housing

2026-08-18

Premier Li Qiang signed an order promulgating amendments to the Regulations on Housing Provident Fund Management, effective Sep 20, 2026. Changes target operational efficiency: simplify employee withdrawal procedures, shorten review times for housing provident fund loan applications, establish nationwide mutual recognition of contribution records, and streamline fund transfers and cross‑location loan processing.