U.S. Accuses China of Fueling Fentanyl Crisis with Subsidies and Lax Enforcement

A recent congressional report highlights China's role in the fentanyl epidemic, citing subsidies for precursor chemicals and inadequate crackdowns.

China's subsidies for fentanyl precursor chemicals and lax enforcement are exacerbating the U.S. drug crisis.
Over 200,000 Americans have died from fentanyl-related overdoses since 2021, with China identified as the primary source of precursor chemicals.
Congressional reports criticize China for not cooperating sufficiently with U.S. efforts to curb fentanyl trafficking.
Experts call for increased international pressure and sanctions on China to stem the flow of fentanyl into the U.S.
Grassroots and international efforts are deemed crucial in combating the ongoing fentanyl epidemic.