China’s growing global influence, economic growth and social development suggest that to some it might be considered a developed country. Yet, certain economic indicators demonstrate China is still in the process of developing.
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China’s ongoing development has lifted hundreds of millions out of poverty and resulted in a burgeoning middle class. The Chinese government has made significant investments in education, urban development, and public health services, but China still faces a host of ongoing developmental challenges. How Chinese leaders manage these hurdles has a profound impact on their ability to cultivate power. To learn more about social issues in China, explore our featured content below.
Does China have an aging problem?
Significant demographic shifts present two social challenges for China: a reduced Chinese working force supporting its widespread industrial bases, and new social issues pertaining to its pronounced gender imbalance and insufficient senior care.
Is Air Quality in China a Social Problem?
Air-quality concerns affect China both at home and abroad. Domestic demands on environmental protections have influenced the government’s social and economic policies, while hazardous air pollution has harmed the country’s international image.
Developing or Developed? Assessing Chinese Life Expectancy
Although China’s economic transformation has generated considerable public resources, and its leaders have in recent decades dramatically improved domestic health conditions, the country still faces challenges in terms of improving health outcomes.