This paper discusses the comprehensive assessment of pedestrian protection in the 2024 edition of China-New Car Assessment Program (C-NCAP) and its development strategies. The assessment plan has been adjusted according to the actual conditions of Chinese road traffic and vehicle characteristics, emphasizing comprehensive testing of vehicle safety performance. Improvement in structural crash safety significantly enhances a vehicle's ability to protect occupants in collision accidents and reduces injury risks. This article particularly focuses on pedestrian protection assessment and proposes a series of development strategies by integrating AEB VRU system testing with head and leg testing. These strategies aim to further enhance the level of pedestrian protection provided by vehicles and contribute to overall traffic safety improvement.