Article 1 This Law is enacted with a view to rationally developing, utilizing and protecting the coal resources, standardizing the production and marketing of coal, and promoting and ensuring the development of the coal industry.

• 第一条 为了合理开发利用和保护煤炭资源，规范煤炭生产、经营活动，促进和保障煤炭行业的发展，制定本法。