France allocated approximately 12% of its GDP to healthcare in 2020, marking the highest proportion of health expenditure among Mediterranean countries. Egypt and Turkey ranked last, with expenditures of approximately 4.3% and 4.6% of their GDP respectively. Over the years, these figures have not displayed significant fluctuations, suggesting relative stability in healthcare spending patterns.
Note: Analysis produced by Alma Economics, based on the most recent available World Bank data. Some indicators reflect pre-pandemic trends. Data gaps identified highlight the need to systematically collect quality data to inform decision-making.
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