Country's hepatitis B vaccines are safe: WHO

China's vaccines are produced and regulated in accordance with international standards, and the hepatitis B vaccination program is vital in safeguarding children against the illness, according to the World Health Organization.

Bernhard Schwartlander, China representative for the international health body, made these points during an interview with China Daily on Thursday.

"Given that the hepatitis B virus is still around, it's important for babies to get vaccinated," he said.