Shijiazhuang News

Protests have erupted across several cities in China over various grievances, including housing issues and healthcare concerns. On January 10, homeowners in Xinxiang, Henan, gathered to protest heating problems, while in Xiangyang, Hubei, residents demanded refunds due to insufficient rental compensation on January 13. That same day, homeowners in Zhumadian, Henan, protested against unfinished construction at Jiatan Shanshu Courtyard. In Shijiazhuang, Hebei, on January 17, migrant workers used construction vehicles to block roads in a wage dispute. Additionally, on January 18, a construction worker in Baoji, Shaanxi, was seen sleeping on the floor of a hospital while demanding unpaid wages. In Zhejiang, a migrant worker was recorded shouting for justice from a crane due to unpaid wages. Meanwhile, healthcare professionals have voiced concerns regarding the quality of domestically procured medications, with a notable statement from a physician criticizing the government's centralized drug procurement system for leading to ineffective treatments. In response to these issues, China's National Medical Insurance Administration announced an investigation into potential quality risks associated with government-procured drugs, set to take place in Shanghai. The situation reflects growing dissatisfaction among citizens regarding both housing and healthcare services.