After the project began operating in Kuqa in 2023, he realized the significant role hydrogen could play in energy security and low-carbon development. Noticing its absence in the draft law, he suggested that legislators boost the hydrogen industry and increase support for hydrogen technology research.
When the Energy Law took effect in January 2025, he found his advice had been included in provisions encouraging the development, utilization, research and storage of hydrogen-related technology and equipment.
"This was a huge encouragement for me and my team," he said, adding that he plans to continue sharing new ideas through the office to ensure that policies and laws better support industrial development.
The national-level outreach office model is being replicated in local legislation as well. The standing committee of the Xinjiang people's congress has expanded the initiative by establishing similar offices in subdistricts, industrial zones, and communities. This expansion has helped gather input from a broader range of people during the formulation and revision of local regulations.
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