20% of Chinese children aged 6-17 are overweight or obese, posing a major public health challenge.

Chinese experts warn of rising obesity rates as a major public health challenge, with nearly 20% of Chinese children aged between 6 and 17 categorized as overweight or obese. The high proportion of overweight population poses a significant challenge to obesity prevention and control efforts. Chinese authorities emphasize the importance of addressing obesity in preventing and treating chronic diseases.