Demonstrating Against China’s Zero Covid Policy

China’s Zero Covid policy has sparked outrage among many citizens who are frustrated with the strict measures implemented by the government to contain the virus. Protests have erupted across the country as people demand a more balanced approach that prioritizes both public health and individual freedoms.

Critics argue that the Zero Covid policy has resulted in excessive government control, with widespread lockdowns, mass testing, and mandatory quarantines infringing on basic rights and freedoms. Many are calling for more transparency and accountability from the authorities, as well as greater respect for human rights.

The protests reflect the growing discontent and frustration with the government’s handling of the pandemic, with many feeling that the Zero Covid policy is unsustainable in the long term. As the debate rages on, it is clear that the issue of balancing public health and individual freedoms will continue to be a contentious and divisive one in China.

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On Thursday, an apartment fire in China’s Xinjiang Province is reported to have killed nearly a dozen people. The tragedy was the last straw for the region’s residents who had been in lockdown for over 100 days, prompting widespread protests against China’s strict covid measures.

City officials have explained that fire trucks were blocked by cars and a narrow gate–something that had been a safety issue for years. The fire, which spread from electric outlets on the 15th floor, took almost 4 hours to extinguish and left at least 10 people dead and 9 injured. After Chinese citizens at home and abroad began protesting the Zero COVID Policy, government officials have announced they will lift policies in phases. Is it too late?

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Voiceover Alison Boya Sun
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