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China's newly enacted Atomic Energy Law establishes a comprehensive legal framework for nuclear development, prioritizing safety and innovation while standardizing reactor designs and supporting small modular reactors. The law imposes strict safety protocols on facility operators and outlines guidelines for the nuclear fuel cycle and waste management, while also promoting research in thermonuclear fusion technologies. This initiative is part of a broader government strategy to advance nuclear energy, with projected capital expenditures of CNY95 billion from 2026 to 2030.