China's Autonomous Driving Policy Shows No Sudden Shift

[Policy Clarification] Reports by foreign media claiming China has 'paused issuing' high-level autonomous driving licenses are misinterpretations.

Core Development: Alleged 'Pause in Issuance' Lacks Official Basis

Relevant authorities have never issued any notice suspending approvals; such claims are purely speculative. The recent incident involving Wuhan’s 'Luobo Kuaipao' (Baidu Apollo Go) service was an isolated case and should not be magnified into a signal of policy reversal.

Strategic Foundation: Advancing with 'Prudent Progress'

Intelligent connected new energy vehicles represent a national strategic priority. China has already accumulated substantial experience with Level 2 (L2) driver assistance systems and is steadily advancing toward Level 3 (L3) and higher autonomy. Current adjustments reflect efforts to enhance safety standards and optimize approval procedures—not a retreat in policy.