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Entry into force of the Agreement between the Government of Japan and the Government of the People’s Republic of China on Cooperation in Animal Health and Quarantine
July 11, 2025
On July 11, the Government of Japan received from the Government of the People’s Republic of China the notification confirming the completion of the internal procedures necessary for the entry into force of “Agreement between the Government of Japan and the Government of the People’s Republic of China on Cooperation in Animal Health and Quarantine”. This Agreement accordingly entered into force on July 11.
- This Agreement facilitates safe trade of animals and products of animal origin, by means of enhancing cooperation in transboundary animal epizootic disease control.
- This Agreement is a precondition of resumption of Japanese beef exports to China. Following this entry into force, the Government of Japan will promote relevant consultations with the Government of the People’s Republic of China towards the early resumption of Japanese beef exports.