Jul 09, 2013 06:54 PM

Closer Look: When Legislation Becomes a Family Affair

By staff reporter Tian Yuan

China's amended Elderly Protection Law came into effect on July 1. The law stipulates that family members cannot neglect the elderly and are required to care for their spiritual needs. Family members who do not live with their aging parents must visit them regularly. Employers, likewise, must guarantee their workers leave to be able to see their parents.

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