民营经济促进法全文公布，5月20日起施行

Core Points - The law aims to optimize the development environment for the private economy, ensuring fair market competition and promoting healthy growth of private enterprises [1][2] - The private economy is recognized as a vital component of the socialist market economy and a key driver for high-quality development in China [2][3] Chapter Summaries Chapter 1: General Principles - The law emphasizes the importance of the private economy in national economic and social development, adhering to the leadership of the Communist Party and the principles of socialism [1][2] - It supports the coexistence of various ownership forms and the decisive role of the market in resource allocation [1] Chapter 2: Fair Competition - A unified negative list system for market access is established, allowing private enterprises equal entry into various sectors [6] - Governments are required to implement fair competition reviews for policies affecting business operations [11][12] Chapter 3: Investment and Financing Promotion - The law supports private enterprises in participating in national strategic projects and encourages investment in emerging industries [9][10] - It promotes the development of a multi-level capital market to facilitate direct financing for qualified private enterprises [13] Chapter 4: Technological Innovation - The law encourages private enterprises to engage in technological innovation and participate in national technology projects [14][15] - It supports collaboration between private enterprises and educational institutions for technology transfer and innovation [16] Chapter 5: Standardized Operations - Private enterprises are required to comply with laws and regulations in various operational aspects, including labor, safety, and environmental standards [17][18] - The law promotes the establishment of internal governance structures and encourages compliance with legal and ethical standards [18] Chapter 6: Service Guarantee - Government agencies are mandated to provide efficient services to private enterprises, ensuring timely responses to their needs [20][21] - The law emphasizes the importance of transparent communication between government and private enterprises [21] Chapter 7: Rights Protection - The law protects the legal rights of private enterprises and their operators, including personal and property rights [26][27] - It establishes mechanisms for addressing grievances and disputes involving private enterprises [25][26] Chapter 8: Legal Responsibilities - Violations of the law can result in corrective actions and penalties for responsible parties [71][72] - The law outlines the responsibilities of government entities in ensuring compliance and protecting the rights of private enterprises [73][74] Chapter 9: Supplementary Provisions - The law defines private economic organizations and their applicability to foreign investment regulations [34][35] - It will take effect on May 20, 2025 [36]