Abstract:Invasive microbes are potentially highly destructive to the human environment, and all countries, including China, are subject to their effects. Due to international economic integration and rapid development of biotechnology, invasive microbes and bio-weapons must be regarded as serious threats to human health, economic development, social stabilization and national security. Current studies in China are inadequate for defense against and effective control of microbial invasion. Other than routine quarantine and basic measures, no facility for active control exists. Consequently, enhanced study of invasive microbes and bio-weapons, the establishment of a national invasive species prediction system, and a supervisory control network are essential for future development of the country.