The government has passed a special bill paving the way for the creation of a national advanced medical complex.

The bill outlines qualifications for designating the complex and various forms of support for its development.

According to the new regulations, the medical complex designation will be granted based on availablility of lots, existing medical facilities and the level of local government support.

The complex will house research centers for developing new drugs and sophisticated medical equipment and conducting clinical testing.

A dozen provincial and city governments have expressed interest in hosting the new complex.