Overcome resistance of interests

In order to be effective in the long term, the authorities should strictly follow the rule of law in streamlining administrative procedures and delegating power. That requires an updating of the Administrative Licensing Law, and strictly prohibiting local governments and agencies from "inventing" unauthorized administrative licensing programs.

Ma Huaide, professor at China University of Political Science and Law, Legal Daily, Aug 28

The central government has issued one reform policy after another but they are often distorted in implementation. The key problem lies in governments at the lower levels, where officials explain the policies in their own favor and refuse to change. More supervision and special training are needed to make sure the lower governments implement reform policies to the letter.