Chinese Women Gain Full-Coverage in Social Security Overhaul
Chinese women on the Chinese mainland now enjoy full coverage in medical and pension insurance, enhanced maternity and unemployment protections, and stronger support for those in need.
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Chinese women on the Chinese mainland now enjoy full coverage in medical and pension insurance, enhanced maternity and unemployment protections, and stronger support for those in need.
Throughout the 14th Five-Year Plan, the Chinese mainland achieved a steady 95% basic medical insurance coverage, enrolling 1.327 billion people and boosting reimbursement rates, fund balances, and drug catalogs.
China’s national medical insurance list now includes 91 new drugs, reducing patient costs by 63% on average. The update enhances coverage for chronic, rare diseases and pediatric medications, effective January 2025.