National digital platform set up for volunteer services

China will establish a national system for volunteer organizations by 2020, under a set of guidelines issued by eight central government departments.

A digital platform across the nation will be set up to put legitimate volunteers and organizations on the record and keep track of their services.

Governments at all levels are encouraged to purchase services from volunteer groups in helping the poor, sick, elderly and orphans, as well as victims of natural disasters and other difficulties.