China: National Information Security Standardisation Technical Committee adopted framework for public key cryptography application technology in network security

On 2 December 2025, the National Information Security Standardisation Technical Committee (TC260) adopted the Framework for Public Key Cryptography Application Technology in Network Security (GB/T 46795-2025). The standard applies to all public-key cryptography technologies and products. It establishes a four-layer framework, including a cryptographic device layer, a general cryptographic service layer, a typical cryptographic service layer, and a cryptographic infrastructure layer. It enters into force on 1 July 2026.