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Vietnam Sets Rules for Halal Product Quality and Certification
The Government of Vietnam has issued Decree No. 127/2026/ND-CP, setting a legal framework for managing the quality of halal products and services and supporting their development.
Istanbul Airport Earns ISO 46001 Water Efficiency Certification
Istanbul Airport operator İGA has earned TS ISO 46001 certification for its water efficiency management system, following an audit conducted by the Turkish Standards Institution (TSE).
China Updates Laboratory Accreditation Rules for Medical Device Testing
China National Accreditation Service for Conformity Assessment (CNAS) has issued a revised version of its guidance for applying laboratory accreditation criteria in medical device testing, with CNAS-CL01-A004:2026 set to take effect on May 1, 2026.
Vietnam Introduces Structured Planning and Review Rules for National Standards
The Ministry of Science and Technology of Vietnam (MST) has issued Circular No. 13/2026/TT-BKHCN, introducing detailed rules for planning, public consultation, and periodic review of national standards in the country.
China Issues New Guide For Public Institution Carbon Accounting
A new industry standard for carbon accounting in public institutions took effect on April 1, marking a step toward more consistent measurement and management of emissions across China’s public sector.
Vietnam Seeks Input On Plan To Build Standard Workforce Through 2030
The Ministry of Science and Technology (MST) has opened consultation on a draft national plan to train and develop the workforce in standardization, metrology, and quality through 2030 and beyond.
KAB Updates Accreditation Rules to Add Sustainability Certification and Revise Privacy Scheme
The Korea Accreditation Board (KAB) has updated its accreditation manual, introducing a new sustainability certification scheme and revising how privacy certification is structured, alongside changes to how certification bodies are assessed.
Call for Participation in Cybersecurity, Privacy, and Emerging Technology Standards Opens in India
A new call for participation in developing standards for cybersecurity, privacy, and emerging technologies has been launched by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and the Data Security Council of India (DSCI), a nonprofit industry body focused on data protection and cybersecurity.
Japan Updates Food Labeling Rules for Allergen Information
The Consumer Affairs Agency (CAA) has revised Japan’s Food Labeling Standards to update allergen information and improve how key safety details are presented on food products.
China Sets Up Seven Standardization Bodies Including Humanoid Robots Group
The Standardization Administration of China (SAC) has announced the creation of seven new national technical committees and subcommittees, expanding standardization work across sectors from agriculture to advanced technologies.
Saudi Standards Body Infographic Highlights 2026 Quality, Safety and Inspection Results
The Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) has released an infographic outlining its 2026 activities in standards, product safety, and inspection programs across the Kingdom.
JSA Launches International Standardization Strategy Center
The Japan Standards Association (JSA) established a new International Standardization Strategy Promotion Center on April 1, 2026, to support government-led priority sectors and strengthen Japan’s role in international standardization.Global News
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.
IFS Updates Food, Logistics, Broker And Pacsecure Doctrines To Clarify Certification Rules
The International Featured Standards (IFS) has published updated doctrine documents for its current standards covering food production, logistics, brokerage, and packaging materials, clarifying how certification requirements should be applied without revising the standards themselves.
PAS 25535 on Sustainability in Asset Management Reaches Draft Stage
PAS 25535, a specification focused on integrating sustainability into asset management systems, has reached the committee draft stage within the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), marking the close of its initial comment period.
ISO 9001 Revision Moves to FDIS Stage as Early Analysis Questions Scope of Changes
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has confirmed that the revision of ISO 9001 has entered the Final Draft International Standard (FDIS) stage, marking the last step before publication.
DIN to Lead ISO IEC Joint Technical Committee 5 on Digital Product Passport Standards
Following an initiative by the German Institute for Standardization (DIN) and the German Commission for Electrical, Electronic & Information Technologies (DKE),
ANSI/TIA-942 Addendum Targets AI Data Center Cooling and High-Density Needs
The Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) is developing a new addendum to the ANSI/TIA-942 data center standard to address the growing demands of artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure.
