New laws turn lens on domestic film industry

A draft law to promote the country's movie industry - widely regarded as a milestone move - was submitted to the country's top legislature for the first-round review on Friday.

The first of its kind in Chinese cinematic history, the draft law aims to regulate the fast-growing market, support domestic filmmakers and boost international cooperation.

The administrative approval for programs set to shoot will be simplified, according to Cai Fuchao, director-general of the State Administration of Press, Publication, Radio, Film and Television.