BEIJING, Jan. 10 -- The Chinese government is supporting a bid for traditional Chinese medicine to be included on UNESCO's world intangible cultural heritage listing, the People's Daily reported on Monday.

    China's State Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine has kicked off its proposal work and is expected to submit its official application to the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) within the year.

    Sources from the Administration say that China shall propose traditional Chinese medicine in a whole package, including the Han nationality's traditional medicine and minority Chinese medicine, theory, practice and material resources, among other items.

    The State Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine has been preparing for its proposal of the heritage bidding work since 2003, and maintaining communication with UNESCO. Enditem

(Source: CRIENGLISH.com)