Dear VDMA member,
On 28 October 2025, China adopted significant amendments to the Cybersecurity Law, marking the first update since its enactment in 2016. These changes took effect on 1 January 2026 and introduce stricter enforcement measures, higher penalties, and expanded extraterritorial reach, reflecting China's heightened focus on cybersecurity and AI governance. It also reduces some areas of ambiguity that have challenged companies in the past.
To help you navigate this evolving regulatory landscape, we invite you to join an online session that will break down the key updates and their practical implications for your company.
Topic: China's Cybersecurity Law Amendments - What You Need to Know for 2026
Furthermore, on 31 January 2026, China's Ministry of Public Security released the draft Law on the Prevention and Governance of Cybercrime for public comment. Following China's accession to the UN Convention against Cybercrime (UNCC) in October 2025, the draft Cybercrime Law represents another step toward strengthening the domestic regulatory framework and enhancing international cooperation to combat cybercrime. The draft provides a legal basis for implementing measures against overseas entities and individuals who commit, or provide assistance with, cybercrime within the territory of the PRC, including technical blocking measures against the provision of internet products. Although this is just a draft (deadline for submitting public comments is 2 March 2026), it is crucial for companies to know about this development. The draft law signals enhanced regulation and compliance obligations for enterprises, with clearer liability exposure.
Event Details:
Date: April 13, 2026
Time: 15:00 – 16:30 (Chinese time) / 9:00 – 10:30 (German time)
Format: online via MS Teams
Participation Fee: 200 RMB
Agenda
- Welcome by VDMA China
- Keynote: China's Cybersecurity Law Amendments - What You Need to Know for 2026 by Daniel Albrecht, German attorney at law and Managing Counsel, Starke (Beijing) Intellectual Property
- Moderated Q&A Session
We are looking forward to welcoming you.