The National Railway Administration (NRA) is a governmental body in China, established in 2013 under the Ministry of Transport. Headquartered in Beijing, its primary mission is to regulate and oversee the nation’s railway sector, separating administrative functions from operational ones. The NRA’s main activities include formulating railway laws and technical standards, supervising safety, regulating transportation and construction, and fostering international cooperation. It plays a crucial role in managing China’s extensive railway network, which includes the world’s largest high-speed rail system, and operates through seven regional oversight bureaus.