China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation (SINOPEC): Creating social value through innovation and communications

SINOPEC, an energy and chemical brand, expanded its operations in China to alleviate facemask shortages.

Executive Summary

SINOPEC production line workers showcasing SINOPEC-produced nonwoven meltblown fabric

By being the first group of people hit by the sudden outbreak of the unprecedented and highly contagious COVID-19, Chinese citizens showed their courage and commitment to support each other on the frontline of disease reduction and prevention work. According to a WHO-backed study, face masks can help reduce the spread of COVID-19 by 85%, in both healthcare and public settings. Yet in early 2020, China faced a serious shortage in medical protective gear such as face masks. Indeed, it was estimated that China had a shortage of at...

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