# China expands traditional medicine cooperation to meet health needs in Belt and Road countries

https://mins.news/en/item/94174

- China News Service, 2026-10-10 02:56 UTC
- Health
- Original: http://www.ecns.cn/cns-wire/2026-10-10/detail-ihfkxmcz6614974.shtml

> China is expanding cooperation with Belt and Road Initiative participants on traditional Chinese medicine, including joint research and development of medicinal resources. Official Huang Luqi said TCM is practiced or available in 196 countries and regions. China plans to improve overseas centers and strengthen regulatory coordination, evidence-based research and international standards.