Core Viewpoint - The "Rule of Law Blue Book" emphasizes the need to strictly regulate fines and eliminate profit-driven law enforcement practices, advocating for a transparent administrative penalty mechanism to ensure public oversight of fine revenues and their usage [1][3]. Group 1: Regulatory Framework - The "Guiding Opinions on Further Regulating and Supervising the Setting and Implementation of Fines" by the State Council provides the first regulations on the establishment and implementation of fines in administrative regulations [3]. - In response to issues of excessive administrative inspections affecting enterprises, the government mandates strict regulation of such inspections [3]. Group 2: Enforcement Actions - In 2025, relevant departments will launch special actions to standardize enterprise-related law enforcement, addressing prominent issues and increasing penalties for irregular inspections [3]. - The market regulatory authorities have conducted a special rectification of illegal charges against enterprises, checking 258,000 entities and recovering 8.98 billion yuan in illegal fees [3]. Group 3: Food and Drug Safety - The "Rule of Law Blue Book" highlights the importance of food and drug safety as a measure of government governance, recommending increased enforcement and comprehensive regulation across all stages of the food and drug supply chain [4]. - It suggests incorporating food and drug safety into a credit mechanism, where dishonest enterprises face restrictions across various sectors, thereby compelling them to adhere to safety standards [4].

Core Viewpoint - The recent emphasis on "standardizing enterprise-related law enforcement" is not a temporary measure but a significant step towards building a higher level of rule of law in China [1][2]. Group 1: Issues with Current Law Enforcement - Non-standard law enforcement can infringe on the legitimate rights of entrepreneurs and erode their confidence in business development [2]. - There are notable issues such as excessive inspections, with one company reportedly facing over a hundred inspections annually from 2021 to 2023 [1]. Group 2: Importance of Rule of Law - The rule of law is essential for establishing a fair market order and protecting the legitimate rights of business entities, which is crucial for a stable economic environment [3][4]. - A good business environment leads to stable expectations, akin to how birds migrate to favorable climates; thus, the rule of law is seen as the best business environment [3]. Group 3: Measures for Improvement - Some regions have implemented "code checks," allowing businesses to refuse inspections if enforcement personnel do not scan their codes [5]. - To address repeated and multiple inspections, some areas have adopted a "comprehensive check once" approach, streamlining the process [6]. - Digital technology is being utilized to enhance oversight and preemptively warn against non-compliance, ensuring that law enforcement is both fair and effective [7]. Group 4: Long-term Vision - The construction of a rule-of-law China is a gradual process, requiring consistent efforts to strengthen legal frameworks and ensure fair enforcement across all types of enterprises [7]. - The upcoming review of the private economy promotion law draft by the National People's Congress aims to further support the development of the private sector and promote standardized law enforcement [7].