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<p>The enactment of the <i>Intangible Cultural Heritage Law of the People’s Republic of China</i> in 2011 marked a pivotal development in the legal protection of traditional medical knowledge (TMK) at the administrative level. This legislative framework established the intangible cultural heritage (ICH) system as a key instrument for safeguarding TMK. However, institutional limitations—particularly in terms of the definitional scope of protectable elements and applicable methodologies—have constrained the effectiveness of ICH registration mechanisms in meeting the diverse and evolving protection needs of TMK. In response, the Registry System for TMK, grounded in data-driven approaches, has emerged as a complementary and potentially more adaptive model. Although currently in a demonstrative phase, this system offers significant promise for enhancing the ICH framework. It may facilitate more comprehensive documentation, promote the transmission and practical application of TMK, and support broader accessibility and knowledge-sharing. Continued refinement of this system’s content structure and operational rules is necessary to fully realize its potential in preserving China’s rich traditions of medical knowledge.</p>

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Institutional reform of China’s intangible cultural heritage system for traditional medical knowledge: current limitations and future directions

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    2026年7月10日

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  • Yanhui Wang,
  • Liluo Zhou,
  • Dong Hua

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The enactment of the Intangible Cultural Heritage Law of the People’s Republic of China in 2011 marked a pivotal development in the legal protection of traditional medical knowledge (TMK) at the administrative level. This legislative framework established the intangible cultural heritage (ICH) system as a key instrument for safeguarding TMK. However, institutional limitations—particularly in terms of the definitional scope of protectable elements and applicable methodologies—have constrained the effectiveness of ICH registration mechanisms in meeting the diverse and evolving protection needs of TMK. In response, the Registry System for TMK, grounded in data-driven approaches, has emerged as a complementary and potentially more adaptive model. Although currently in a demonstrative phase, this system offers significant promise for enhancing the ICH framework. It may facilitate more comprehensive documentation, promote the transmission and practical application of TMK, and support broader accessibility and knowledge-sharing. Continued refinement of this system’s content structure and operational rules is necessary to fully realize its potential in preserving China’s rich traditions of medical knowledge.