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The health and interests of reproductive technology service users and the welfare of children born through reproductive technology should be protected, said Hong Kong's Council on Human Reproductive Technology in a code, which is published Monday.
Announcing the publication of the Code of Practice on Reproductive Technology and Embryo Research, the Chairman of the Council Leong Che-hung said "The safe and informed practice of reproductive technology in a way which respects human life and the role of family is emphasized in the code."
"Professionals concerned should also follow the codes of practice of their respective disciplines," he added.
He also said that the code would be revised and updated as necessary to keep up with developments in reproductive technology.
Before coming into force, the code was intended for voluntary compliance by service providers and embryo researchers.
The Council, which is the licensing authority for reproductive technology services and embryo research, said it will take into account any compliance or violation of the provisions of the code when considering license applications in the future.
(Xinhua News Agency December 30, 2002)
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