The world’s second-largest economy will also continue to increase the vaccination rate among the elderly, and promote the expansion and upgrade of critical care resources, China’s state planner, the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), said in a separate report.
Beijing has been largely resistant to Western vaccines and treatments, having relied on locally-made shots. During last year’s parliament meeting, the government said the country would speed up research and development of vaccines and drugs.
On Sunday, the NDRC also said China will make continuous efforts to ensure the production, distribution and supply of key medical supplies.
Major drugstore chains and internet platforms will play a bigger role in raising efficiency of drug distribution and delivery, it said.