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flag Global health experts warn alcohol harms health, yet China’s liquor industry grows despite bans on harmful advertising.

flag Alcohol consumption carries no health benefits and poses serious risks, including cancer, liver disease, and mental health issues, according to global health experts and the World Health Organization, which classifies alcohol as a Group 1 carcinogen. flag Despite this, China’s liquor industry continues to grow, with a 7.8% profit increase in 2024, driven by aggressive advertising of baijiu on billboards and prime-time TV—violating the country’s 2021 law banning promotions that encourage excessive drinking or imply health benefits. flag While younger generations show signs of reduced drinking, companies are increasingly targeting youth with low-alcohol products, raising concerns about long-term public health impacts.

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