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China Struggles To Free Its Health Care Sector From Western Influence

Health care in China is a politically charged topic amid concerns about Beijing’s status as a Great Power and persistent fears of inadequacy and humiliation.  

Residents line up for testing in a lockdown area in the Jingan district of western Shanghai, April 4, 2022. AP/Chen Si, file
JEREMY FURCHTGOTT
JEREMY FURCHTGOTT

China’s shocking response to recent Covid-19 outbreaks in Shanghai highlights the country’s deep-rooted challenges around health care.  

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JEREMY FURCHTGOTT
JEREMY FURCHTGOTT

Mr. Furchtgott is a Director at Baron, a firm dedicated to providing U.S. clients with insights needed to prevail in strategic competition. In addition to serving as a member of the firm’s management team, he leads Baron’s China practice.

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