Premier urges strengthening prevention, treatment of HIV/AIDS

BEIJING — Premier Li Keqiang has urged unremitting efforts to improve prevention and treatment of HIV/AIDS ahead of the 34th World AIDS Day, which falls on Dec 1.

Noting the progress achieved in the country's work to prevent and treat HIV/AIDS, Premier Li, also a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, stressed putting life first and improving the systematic planning of relevant work.

Premier Li also stressed prevention as the priority, calling for coordination between treatment and prevention.

To improve prevention and treatment, Premier Li urged reforming the disease prevention and control system, building a stronger skills workforce, prioritizing public participation, and enhancing scientific research and international cooperation. Premier Li also called for providing better treatment, financial relief, and compassionate care for these patients.