Recommendations:
- For LMIC buyers:
- Strengthen engagement with Chinese suppliers, as many are willing to expand exports but require better collaboration from
LMIC governments and NGOs.
- Streamline procurement processes to leverage China’s large-scale production capabilities, reducing costs for assistive product
buyers in LMICs.
- Establish sustainable partnerships with Chinese suppliers through long-term contracting, local assembly or joint manufacturing
initiatives to enhance supply chain resilience.
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- For government and industry support for suppliers:
- Implement stricter export quality standards and enhance awareness of international certification requirements to improve China’s
reputation as a reliable supplier of assistive technology.
- Develop platforms and initiatives that facilitate direct interaction between Chinese suppliers and LMIC buyers, improving
transparency and market access.
- Provide stronger policy and administrative support for manufacturers exporting to LMICs, including assistance with quality
certification processes and navigating local regulatory requirements.
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