Vietnam Establishes National Database for Standards, Metrology and Quality

The Commission for Standards, Metrology and Quality of Viet Nam (STAMEQ) has defined a unified national database for standards, metrology and quality under​​​​​Decree 22/2026/ND-CP, 

China Introduces First Commercial Space Standards System Covering Full Industry Chain

The China National Space Administration (CNSA) and the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) have released the Commercial Space Standard System (Version 1.0), China’s first structured framework to guide the country’s growing private space sector. 

CyberLink FaceMe Earns ISO 27701 Certification For Privacy Management

CyberLink Corp. has achieved ISO/IEC 27701 certification for its FaceMe facial recognition platform, confirming that its privacy management practices meet international requirements.

China Seeks Experts For International Standards On Battery Recycling And Humanoid Robot Data

The Standards Innovation Department of the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) is inviting experts to join national groups supporting two international standards, one on handling end-of-life power batteries and another on datasets used to train humanoid robots.

Japan Standards Association Opens Applications For 2026 IEC Young Professionals Workshop

The Japanese Standards Association (JSA) has opened applications for the 2026 IEC Young Professionals Workshop, inviting early-career professionals to take part in international standardization activities. 

Sri Lanka Proposes Food Labelling And Advertising Rules With Mandatory Nutrition Information

Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Health has issued draft Food (Labelling and Advertising) Regulations 2026 for public consultation.

Vietnam Issues Circular On Voluntary Standards Declaration And Conformity Assessment

The Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST) issued Circular No. 14/2026/TT-BKHCN on April 9, 2026, setting rules for conformity declaration and assessment. 

Medical Implants Lead BIS Standards Watch 32 Episode

Medical implant safety and performance are the central topic of the 32nd edition of Standards Watch by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS),

Japan Invites Bids to Strengthen Academia’s Role in Standardization

The Japanese Standards Association (JSA) has opened a call for contractors to carry out a 2026 project aimed at strengthening academia’s role in standardization.

Philippine Society for Quality Opens Nominations for Three Awards

The Philippine Society for Quality (PSQ), a national organization that promotes quality management practices and professional development,

China Targets AI, Data And Advanced Manufacturing in New National Standardization Pilot Program

The Standardization Administration of China (SAC) has opened applications for its 2026 national standardization pilot program,

Singapore Honors Partners Advancing Standards And Accreditation

The Enterprise Singapore (EnterpriseSG), Singapore Standards Council (SSC), and Singapore Accreditation Council (SAC) recognized 49 partners for their contributions to national standardization and accreditation efforts.

FSSC 22000 Version 7 Updates Prerequisite Programs And Aligns With GFSI 2024

The Foundation FSSC has released Version 7 of the FSSC 22000 food safety management system certification scheme, introducing updated prerequisite programs (PRPs) and aligning the scheme with the 2024 Global Food Safety Initiative requirements. 

ISO Develops Carbon Credit Data Model Standard, Calls for Input

A new data model for carbon credit markets is being developed by ISO’s sustainable finance and financial services committees, with early input still open to stakeholders.

ISO 20022 Series Update Sets New Rules as Payment Systems Prepare for Implementation

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published updated and new parts in the ISO 20022 series, as major payment systems advance their implementation of the standard on closely aligned timelines.

MSC Opens Review Of Chain Of Custody Standard For Public Consultation

The Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) has launched a public consultation on proposed revisions to its Chain of Custody Standard, inviting stakeholders across the seafood supply chain to provide feedback until May 30, 2026.

Consultation Underway On Global Standard For AI Testing In Medical Devices

An international voting and consultation phase is underway for a new standard that sets requirements for testing artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in medical devices.

Call For Food Sector Stakeholders To Influence ISO 22000 Revision Through National Committees

Food sector stakeholders who apply ISO 22000 in practice have the opportunity to influence its revision by bringing real-world experience into the process.

AutoCarbon Certification Scheme Due in 2027 As Pilot Phase Begins

The International Automotive Oversight Bureau (IAOB) has announced AutoCarbon,

ISO 14064-5 Introduces Guidance For Remote Verification Of Greenhouse Gas Data

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has introduced ISO 14064-5, which provides guidance on how to carry out verification and validation of greenhouse gas (GHG) data using remote techniques in digital environments.

ISO 9002 Revision Moves To Draft International Standard Stage

The revision of ISO 9002 has entered the Draft International Standard (DIS) stage, with ISO/TC 176/SC 2, the ISO subcommittee responsible for quality systems, advancing the project into formal consultation. 

ISO 37304 Compliance Management Certification Standard Advances to Final Draft Stage

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has advanced ISO 37304 to the final draft international standard (FDIS) stage.

One Vote Tips Toward New Edition Of ISO/IEC 17065 Over Amendment

One vote has tipped the decision toward publishing a new edition of ISO/IEC 17065 instead of issuing a separate amendment, following a closely split ballot within the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).

Is ISO 25500 a Solution to Supply Chain Data Challenges?

ISO 25500, a draft series of standards from the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), is presented by the Electronic Commerce Code Management Association (ECCMA) as a possible way to address long-standing problems with unreliable data across global supply chains.