Overseas firms to provide elder care

Guideline will allow equal treatment to increase supply, quality of services

A new guideline on promoting nursing homes for the elderly in China offers overseas investors national treatment when they join the sector.

Overseas capital will get treatment equal to that of domestic investors, according to a guideline disclosed by the State Council General Office on Tuesday. An exhibition will be included for nursing home care at the China International Import Expo to attract more foreign investment, the document said.