🎓 +35% Spend on Special Needs Ed. 250 Hydrogen Fuel Stations in China. Health Costs in China.

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🎓 K12 Education. +35% spend on Dutch special needs ed from 2010 to 2022
🍃 Hydrogen. 250 hydrogen fuel stations in China in 2022
⚕️ Healthcare. >20% rise in China’s household health spend from 2018 to 2022

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🎓 +35% Spend on Dutch Special Needs Ed From 2010 to 2022

Government expenditure on special needs primary education in the Netherlands rose from 1.3B EUR in 2010 to 1.8B EUR in 2022, a 35% increase. This growth reflects a strong policy commitment to inclusivity, particularly following the Appropriate Education Act (2014), which mandates suitable placements for all students. Initiatives like expertise centers and regional collaborations enhance support for students with special educational needs, ensuring equitable access to quality education and fostering social integration.

🍃 250 Hydrogen Fuel Stations in China in 2022

In 2022, China led globally with 250 hydrogen fueling stations, followed by Japan with 161 and South Korea with 141. Significant contributions came from Germany with 93 and the US with 54, while emerging nations like India and Brazil began to participate. This growth aligns with global initiatives like the EU's Hydrogen Strategy and the IEA's national hydrogen strategies, reflecting a collective commitment to decarbonizing energy systems and achieving sustainability goals.

⚕️ >20% Rise in China’s Household Health Spend From 2018 to 2022

Urban households in China saw their annual per capita healthcare expenditure rise dramatically from 25.7 yuan in 1990 to 2.4K yuan in 2022, peaking at 2.5K yuan in 2021. This trend reflects increased government investments and the growing demand for medical services due to urbanization and an aging population. Initiatives like the Healthy China 2030 plan and reforms for Universal Health Coverage aim to enhance healthcare access and quality across the nation.

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