Traditional Chinese medicine (TMC) will soon enjoy the support of new, international guidance.

Fourteen government departments, including the Ministry of Commerce, the Ministry of Health, and the Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine, will contribute to Traditional Chinese Medicine Service Trading Expansion Guidance, according to an executive of TCM industry association.

The policy will not only support Chinese who wish to open clinics overseas, but will also help introduce TCM to foreigners in China. TCM related services can now be found in more than 160 nations and regions around the world.

"The guidance will popularize and promote TCM culture overseas, which will further stimulate demand for TCM around the world," Liu Zhanglin, vice-president of the China Chamber of Commerce for Import & Export of Medicines and Health Products, told China Daily.

The industry association covers TCM clinics, pharmacies, Chinese acupuncture and massage, TCM culture promotion and education, as well as professional talent recruitment, Liu said.