BRI lays new foundation for healthy Africa

Many African countries have reduced their domestic health budget, relying heavily on external health assistance funds. — Xinhua

THE year 2023 marks the 10th anniversary of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and the principle of sincerity, real results, amity and good faith for China’s Africa policy. It also marks the 60th anniversary of China’s medical aid to African countries.

Africa faces long-standing medical and health challenges. Due to multiple factors such as poverty, inadequate infrastructure and a shortage of human resources, Africa is one of the regions in the world suffering from grim medical and health conditions.