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This paper briefly introduces the basic characters, operation methods, transaction structure and the main functions of the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) and adopts the investigation method of empirical research to analyze and collate in detail the PPP policies and regulations issued by state ministries and commissions since 2014. It also analyses the short-coming existing at the legal level and proposes the suggestions of the next steps should be taken. At the strategic level, PPP national level legislation has a unique institutional innovation significance for current China.

Aim: The aim of this study was to analyze the barriers in the implementation of the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) in China and present recommendations on ways to address these challenges in tobacco control in China.

Methods: We review the available literature on progress and explore the barriers and challenges that impede a speedier pace in the adoption of the effective tobacco control measures, and present recommendations based on in-depth knowledge of decision-making process on the implementation of FCTC in China.

Results: The pace of progress in China is too slow. China faces intractable political, structural, economic and social barriers in tobacco control, which make the wholehearted implementation of FCTC measures a painstaking process.

Discussion: The authors recommend a comprehensive approach to speed up the implementation of tobacco control measures. This includes strong political leadership from the top, structural changes to the tobacco industry and government oversight of the tobacco industry, as well as advocacy and support for tobacco control from civil society at the grassroots level. (Global Health Promotion, 2014; 20(4): 13–22).