The development of alcohol policy in contemporary China

Xu Guo, Yong-guang Huang

Over recent years, an increase in alcohol-related problems has been noted in China. Taking effective measures against the problem requires clear reviewing and understanding of the evolution of the Chinese alcohol policy. This study is aimed to evaluate the alcohol policy with special focus on reviewing the alcohol production and consumption situation in China and assessing the changes in Chinese alcohol policy along with other related fields. This article finishes with a set of recommended policy changes that could help solve the recent alcohol-related problems and analyze the major impediments.

Keywords: alcohol management; alcohol policy; China; public health

Journal of Food and Drug Analysis, Volume 23, Issue 1, March 2015, Pages 19-29, ISSN 1021-9498, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jfda.2014.05.002.

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