31 Jul 19: China will fully clean up rules and acts hindering fair competition in its government procurement sector, so as to build an open and orderly market system, the finance ministry said. All regions and departments should apply strict review for fair competition and further enhance the transparency of government procurement, according to a circular issued Tuesday by the Ministry of Finance. The circular, in a bid to optimize the business environment, urged relevant departments to abide by the government procurement law and ensure the rights of all market entities.