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First Pilot Completed Under China's New AI Manufacturing Evaluation Framework
First Pilot Completed Under China's New AI Manufacturing Evaluation Framework
The first pilot evaluation under China's newly implemented Artificial Intelligence + Manufacturing (AIQ) assessment scheme has been completed,
Singapore Proposes ISO/IEC 42119-8 Standard for Generative AI Testing
Singapore Proposes ISO/IEC 42119-8 Standard for Generative AI Testing
The Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) and Enterprise Singapore (EnterpriseSG) have proposed ISO/IEC 42119-8, a new international standard for testing generative artificial intelligence (AI) systems. 
USB Certification Becomes First Body Accredited by TÜRKAK for IFS and BRCGS
USB Certification Becomes First Body Accredited by TÜRKAK for IFS and BRCGS
The Turkish Accreditation Agency (TÜRKAK) has granted its first accreditation under the International Featured Standards (IFS) and BRCGS food safety programs to USB Certification, making it the first certification body accredited by TÜRKAK for the schemes.
BIS Opens Consultation on Adoption of ISO 17298 and ISO 17620 Biodiversity Standards
BIS Opens Consultation on Adoption of ISO 17298 and ISO 17620 Biodiversity Standards
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has opened a public consultation on the adoption of two International Organization for Standardization (ISO) biodiversity standards as Indian Standards: ISO 17298:2025 and ISO 17620:2025.
Indonesia Submits List of Products Requiring Halal Certification to WTO
Indonesia Submits List of Products Requiring Halal Certification to WTO
Indonesia has submitted to the World Trade Organization (WTO) an official list of product categories that require halal certification in the country.
Vietnam Measurement Institute Celebrates Digital Innovation Competition Winners
Vietnam Measurement Institute Celebrates Digital Innovation Competition Winners
The Vietnam Measurement Institute (VMI) has recognized employees and teams for developing practical digital tools aimed at improving measurement work, internal management and digital transformation across the organization.
BIS Releases Standards Watch 35 and June 2026 Manak Samachar
BIS Releases Standards Watch 35 and June 2026 Manak Samachar
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has released Standards Watch 35, focused on environmental protection and sustainability, alongside the June 2026 edition of Manak Samachar, which
SAC Designates Organizations for ISO and IEC Committee Roles
SAC Designates Organizations for ISO and IEC Committee Roles
The National Standardization Administration of China (SAC) has designated four organizations to serve as secretariats for International Organization for Standardization (ISO) committees and subcommittees covering
LeeZen International Achieves SEDEX and D&B ESG Certifications
LeeZen International Achieves SEDEX and D&B ESG Certifications
LeeZen International Co., Ltd. has obtained both SEDEX Supplier Plus recognition and Dun & Bradstreet (D&B) ESG Registered certification,
Draft Proposal on Manufacturing Quality Misconduct Opens for Comment in Japan
Draft Proposal on Manufacturing Quality Misconduct Opens for Comment in Japan
The Quality Misconduct Study Group has published draft recommendations on manufacturing quality misconduct and opened a public consultation until July 13, 2026,
CNIPA Launches Portal to Report Misleading Trademark Practices
CNIPA Launches Portal to Report Misleading Trademark Practices
The China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) has launched a new reporting portal to collect information about so-called "manipulative trademarks" as part of a special campaign aimed at preventing deceptive branding practices from misleading the public.
STAMEQ Guides Local Authorities on New Decentralized Standards and Quality Procedures
STAMEQ Guides Local Authorities on New Decentralized Standards and Quality Procedures
The Commission for Standards, Metrology and Quality of Viet Nam (STAMEQ) has held an online conference for local authorities on implementing standards, metrology and quality procedures transferred to provinces under Resolution No. 20/2026/NQ-CP,

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Development Begins on ISO 59001 Circular Economy Management Standard
Development Begins on ISO 59001 Circular Economy Management Standard
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has begun development of ISO 59001, a future certifiable management system standard for the circular economy.
ISO 32212 Introduces Net Zero Transition Planning Framework for Finance
ISO 32212 Introduces Net Zero Transition Planning Framework for Finance
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 32212:2026,
ISO 45010 Workplace Menstruation and Menopause Guidance Advances to Final Approval Stage
ISO 45010 Workplace Menstruation and Menopause Guidance Advances to Final Approval Stage
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has advanced ISO 45010, which provides guidance on menstruation and menopause in the workplace, has advanced to the Final Draft International Standard - FDIS stage.
ISO Considers New Committee for Tunnel Design
ISO Considers New Committee for Tunnel Design
A proposal to create a dedicated ISO technical committee for tunnel design is under consideration.
FSC Invites Feedback on Four Active Consultations
FSC Invites Feedback on Four Active Consultations
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is inviting feedback on four active consultations.
CQI Launches Knowledge Hub for Quality Professionals
CQI Launches Knowledge Hub for Quality Professionals
The Chartered Quality Institute (CQI) has launched a new Knowledge Hub that brings together quality information, learning resources and industry insights in one place.
July 15 Deadline Nears for GMP+ Certificates Issued by DNV Italy and LL-C
July 15 Deadline Nears for GMP+ Certificates Issued by DNV Italy and LL-C
GMP+ International has warned companies GMP+ Feed certificates issued by DNV Business Assurance Italy S.R.L. or LL-C Certification Czech Republic a.s. that
ISO 9000 and ISO 19011 Revised: New Guidance for Quality and Auditing
ISO 9000 and ISO 19011 Revised: New Guidance for Quality and Auditing
Two cornerstone standards for quality management and auditing have been revised, with the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) publishing new editions of ISO 9000 and ISO 19011.
ISO 9002 Revision Reaches Public Comment Stage
ISO 9002 Revision Reaches Public Comment Stage
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has advanced the revision of ISO 9002 to the Draft International Standard (DIS) stage, opening the project for wider review and feedback.
Global ACI Sets 36-Month Transition for ISO/IEC 17024:2026
Global ACI Sets 36-Month Transition for ISO/IEC 17024:2026
The Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated (Global ACI) has established a 36-month transition period for ISO/IEC 17024:2026, the newly revised international standard for bodies that certify individuals.
PAS 96:2026 Updates Food Defence Guidance for Emerging Threats
PAS 96:2026 Updates Food Defence Guidance for Emerging Threats
The British Standards Institution (BSI) has published PAS 96:2026, a fully revised edition of its food defence guide.
BRCGS Updates Meat Supply Chain Assurance Module
BRCGS Updates Meat Supply Chain Assurance Module
The British Retail Consortium Global Standards (BRCGS) has updated its Additional Module 11: Meat Supply Chain Assurance.
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