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Hangzhou Summit Addresses Overseas Certification and Compliance for Chinese Automakers
The 2025 Global Automotive Regulations Certification Summit was held in Hangzhou on October 17–18, bringing together more than 500 participants from over ten countries.
China Quality Certification Center Among First Accredited for Personal Information Protection Compliance Audits
The China Quality Certification Center (CQC) has become one of the first professional institutions in China to receive accreditation for providing personal data protection compliance audits.
Vietnam Issues Guide to Support Decentralization of Quality Infrastructure
The Ministry of Science and Technology of Vietnam (MST) has issued a new guide to help local authorities take on more responsibility for standards, metrology, and quality management.
India Launches Seven Strategic Roadmaps to Strengthen Environmental Standardization
The Environment and Ecology Department (EED) of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) released seven Strategic Roadmaps on World Standards Day, October 14, 2025,
Saudi Accreditation Center Earns IAF Recognition for Product, Process, and Service Certification
The Saudi Accreditation Center (SAAC) received international recognition from the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) for its accreditation activities under ISO/IEC 17065:2012, which covers the certification of products, processes, and services.
Israel Starts Preparations for 2027 National Quality and Excellence Award
The Standards Institution of Israel (SII) has begun preparations for the 2027 National Quality and Excellence Award, inviting organizations to register for a mandatory training session to qualify for participation.
Standards Watch 22 Highlights How Standards Ensure Safe and Quality Products
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) released the 22nd edition of Standards Watch, its regular video series on standardization and quality,
First TÜRKAK Accreditation Issued for Product Carbon Footprint Verification
The Turkish Accreditation Agency (TÜRKAK) has issued its first accreditation in the field of product carbon footprint (PCF) verification under the international environmental management standard ISO 14067.
First Overhaul in 25 Years: KATS Begins Full Revision of Measurement Act
The Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) has launched the first full revision of the Measurement Act in 25 years.
China Hosts World Standards Day Event, Showcases Standardization Initiatives
The 2025 World Standards Day main event was held in Beijing on October 14 under the theme “A Shared Vision for a Better World: Strengthening Partnerships for Sustainable Development.”
TÜRKAK Grants First Accreditation for Greenhouse Gas Reduction and Removal Projects
The Turkish Accreditation Agency (TÜRKAK) has issued its first accreditation for the verification of greenhouse gas reduction and removal projects under the international standard ISO 14064-2:2019.
BIS Honors Environmental Management Committee for Excellence in Standardization
The Environmental Management Section (EED 01) under the Environment and Ecology Department of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has receivedGlobal News
IFS Publishes New Guideline to Support Wholesale and Cash & Carry Audits
IFS has released a new guideline to help companies prepare for audits under the IFS Wholesale and Cash & Carry 3 Standard.
Shift to Green Coding Responds to Rising Energy and Environmental Pressure
Green coding, the practice of designing and writing software that uses less energy, is becoming an important part of modern software development.
IATF Releases New Updates to Rules 6th Edition and IATF 16949
The International Automotive Task Force (IATF) has approved Stakeholder Communiqué SC-2025-003, announcing new Sanctioned Interpretations and Frequently Asked Questions for both the Rules 6th Edition and the automotive quality standard IATF 16949.
Codex Commission’s 48th Session Confirms Updates Across Core Food Safety Standards
The Codex Alimentarius Commission adopted major changes to international food-safety rules during its 48th session in Rome from November 10 to 14.
ISO 13485 Application Guide, TS 23485, Under Way After Standard Confirmed as Current
A new guide on how to apply ISO 13485 is moving through development shortly after the standard was reconfirmed in its 2016 version (no revision will be done), despite remaining unaligned with the Annex SL structure.
A Different Approach: China Strengthens Oversight of Certification Bodies from 2026
China has issued new regulations that directly target accredited certification bodies that ignore international requirements, and the new rules will take effect on January 1, 2026.
ISO and IEC Develop Global Standard to Embed Ecodesign in Medical Devices
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) are developing a new global standard to formally integrate ecodesign into the development of medical devices.
IFS Releases Updated Guideline for Effective Foreign Body Management
International Featured Standards (IFS) has issued an updated Guideline for an Effective Foreign Body Management,
Germany Heads Most ISO Secretariats But China Rapidly Gains Ground
Germany remains the world’s top country in international standardization, holding 17.1% of all ISO secretariats, according to the 2025 International Standardization Barometer published by the German Institute for Standardization (DIN).
Europe Now Conditionally Accepts FDA Inspections Conducted Abroad
The European Medicines Agency (EMA) and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have entered a new stage of cooperation under their Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) for Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) inspections.
New International Standard in Development for Microbial Cultures and Probiotics
Work has begun within ISO to create a global standard that defines how microorganisms used in food and feed, such as bacteria, yeasts, and fungi, should be characterized and quality assured.
