The Fight Against COVID-19: What's REALLY Going On

The documentary unveils millions of ordinary Chinese people's epic battle against the pandemic.

Mainland cities in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area will issue a new policy to support talents working in the two special administrative regions. Big cities in China are pressing ahead with infrastructure projects with an eye on fast-tracking the economy. China's full reopening is expected to provide a further boost to RCEP, a giant free trade deal encompassing nearly a third of the world's population.

Guangdong Province has set a target of five percent for its GDP growth this year. Business owners in Dongguan, a city known for apparel manufacturing, are optimistic for the market growth in 2023. Shanghai is nurturing more talents as digital manufacturing grows at a faster pace.

A reporter shares his experience as he journeys from the technological hub of Shenzhen to Hong Kong after cross-border travel measures have been further eased. Travelers across China are flocking overseas following the resumption of outbound group tours. President Mario Boselli of the Italian Fashion Chamber has high hopes for the spending power of Chinese consumers in his country.

Travel between the Chinese mainland, Hong Kong and Macao has fully resumed. Travel agencies can offer outbound group travel for Chinese citizens to 20 nations, including Thailand, Singapore and New Zealand. More countries are mulling the lifting of restrictions on travelers from China.

The Chinese mainland, Hong Kong and Macao are set to further drop travel restrictions. China's outbound tourism sector is seeing a swift recovery as more international flights resume. After the Spring Festival holiday, most factories and companies in China have resumed operations. What does the scrapping of travel restrictions mean for the tourism sector? How are various factory activities progressing in China?

China has detected 24 imported cases of a new Omicron variant - CH.1.1. Beijing will soon carry out a survey to measure COVID-19 antibody levels across its population to assess the pandemic in the capital and refine its virus control strategy. A Chinese doctor shares his story in fighting COVID-19 over the past three years. How transmissible is the new variant? What should we do to better protect ourselves from infection as COVID-19 remains a global public health emergency? How did doctors in China fight the virus over the past three years?

Japan and South Korea suggest they will consider easing COVID measures on the entry of travelers from China. What will this mean for the tourism industry in Asia? The WHO says COVID-19 remains a public health emergency of international concern. What challenges remain as the world is still on the highest form of alert?

China has conducted emergency reviews and granted conditional approval for two drugs for COVID-19 treatment. An expert elaborates on China's latest progress in the development of COVID medicines. The WHO head says COVID-19 remains a global health emergency but is reaching an inflection point.

China's labor market is booming as the latest wave of Covid infections eases. Demand for workers is increasing as many companies have seen a surge in business. Hong Kong has scrapped its isolation requirement for those infected with COVID-19.

A world economy report by the United Nations estimates that the Chinese economy will grow by 4.8 percent this year. A report says China's reopening will provide a significant boost to Australia's economy. China's box office has made a strong comeback over the Spring Festival holiday.

A global survey shows high approval for China's COVID-19 prevention and control over the past three years. Authorities say patients in China have had easy access to stable and abundant medical supplies during the Spring Festival. Village doctors in Shanxi Province have prepared drugs and medical devices, and monitored health conditions among high-risk groups, during the holiday. Also we take a look at how hospitals across the country are dealing with the increasing need for post-COVID rehabilitation.

China's service sector sees further recovery after the country eases COVID-19 response; Chinese medical workers are strengthening COVID-19 response at the community level; The Bird's Nest Ice and Snow Festival is underway in Beijing.

A professor of health promotion with Federation University Australia shares his views about China's efforts to develop COVID vaccines and promote inoculation; Chinese New Year celebrations involving big reunions and large gatherings have returned to Singapore; Authorities say patients in China have easy access to stable and abundant medical supplies during the Spring Festival holiday.

China's outbound tourism is picking up steam during the Chinese New Year holiday, in particular following the announcement that outbound group tours will resume on a pilot basis from February 6; The UK tourism and hospitality industry is eyeing the return of tourists from China; An expert says the surge in demand during the Chinese New Year holiday is spurring the global economic recovery.

As one of the leading countries in vaccine manufacturing and distribution, China has worked to improve accessibility and affordability of its vaccines both at home and abroad. China's ambassador to the European Union is opposing the EU's travel protocols against Chinese arrivals. China's economic performance comes under the spotlight at the World Economic Forum. How effective are the vaccines made in China? How do global business leaders view the rebound of the world's second largest economy?

Logistics companies in China are seeing a huge increase in orders as people increase their spending ahead of the holiday. Thailand is one of the first destinations to receive Chinese tourists after China's border reopening. Business leaders have expressed confidence in China's rebound and believe China will continue to be a very important market for a whole host of sectors. How are companies preparing for rising demand for logistics services ahead of the Chinese New Year? What makes business leaders confident in China's economic rebound?

Chinese residents are busy with their Spring Festival shopping. Authorities are carrying out food safety inspections to keep people healthy during the New Year festivities. What is life like in China in the wake of the latest wave of COVID infections? How do Chinese residents prepare for the most import festival of the year? What progress have tourism businesses made ahead of the Spring Festival?

Global investors have shown strong confidence in China and many believe that the market will see a strong rebound after three years of challenges. The President of the World Economic Forum addressed China's role in the recovery of the world economy. Foreigners are planning trips to China after the country resumed cross-border travel. What helps bolster foreign investor confidence in China? How will the re-opening of the country help fuel the recovery of the global economy?

Travel between Hong Kong and the Chinese mainland surged ahead of Spring Festival. Switzerland is now keen to see Chinese travellers come back now that COVID restrictions in China have lifted. Meantime, hospitals across China have been ramping up efforts to offer better medical resources for the public as the country's most import traditional holiday for family reunions approaches. What are the key factors bolstering the travel boom? How does China manage medical resources to offer better treatment for COVID patients?

Global investors keep increasing their bets on China, despite Covid disruptions over the past three year. Many expect a rebound of business activities as the country gradually relaxes COVID-related restrictions. China's major airlines, travel agencies, and catering businesses have already begun to see a surge in orders as life and work returns to normal. What is helping to bolster business confidence in the Chinese market? How can various sectors benefit from China's rapid recovery?

A senior US expert says China completed enough preparations before removing Covid restrictions. Singapore is getting ready to welcome Chinese visitors. The country says it will not impose pre-departure COVID tests on travelers from China. The world's largest iphone factory is back at full output. How has China prepared for its reopening? How did the Foxconn facility in Zhengzhou manage to return to the peak season level?

Pharmaceutical companies, travel agencies, and restaurants are seeing a surge in their businesses after the reopening of the world's second largest economy. The entertainment sector is actively getting ready, just a few days out from the Lunar New Year holiday. How do pharmaceutical firms meet the surge in demand for Covid drugs? And how well prepared are popular Chinese tourist destinations for receiving travelers?

Many Chinese tourists are choosing overseas destinations to spend their Lunar New Year holiday after three years of coronavirus restrictions. Countries including Thailand, France, Canada, Australia and New Zealand have issued official statements welcoming Chinese visitors. Which countries are among the most popular destinations for Chinese travelers? What business opportunities can we expect from the resumption of China's overseas travel?

China is offering more specific and targeted TCM treatment for COVID-19 in its latest treatment protocol. We will also look at surging demand for travel during the upcoming Lunar New Year holiday under the new phase of COVID-19 management in China. How far does the trend of cross-border travel go? How do these changes affect the international logistics industry?

We will look at how China's downgraded COVID-19 management facilitates travels. What are tourism insiders' expectations for a rebound with the latest shift in China's COVID response and how much Chinese people's daily lives have returned to normal.

A health official has described evolving pandemic situation over the past three years as a major reason behind China's efforts to refine its COVID-19 response. Foreign diplomats have expressed their support for the new pandemic control measures taken by China. China is taking out more pandemic restrictions for international passenger travel to resume flight operations.

China issues new guidelines for COVID-19 treatment. A Chinese health expert refutes claims that China's recent outbreak could create new COVID variants. The XBB 1.5 variant continues to spread in the United States.

Three years on, the novel coronavirus has infected and killed millions of people around the world. Still, it keeps mutating with new variants and threatens people’s health. The world is learning to live with the virus while developing medicines and vaccines against it, so does China. What’s really going on in China’s fight against the virus? Follow us to know more.

The World Health Organization does not expect a return to the 'old normal' for the foreseeable future. Beijing has reported zero cases of new COVID-19 infections for nine consecutive days. However, experts say the city still need to remain alert.

The 2020 World Artificial Intelligence Conference came to an end in Shanghai over the weekend. About 3,000 participants attended this year's online summit due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The World Health Organization representative in Russia says the novel coronavirus could have existed in an inactive state long before its outbreak. Despite complications with the pandemic and international relations, experts say that the loudest voice across the world is still cooperation.

As COVID-19 continues to disrupt the world, the tourism industry seems to be gradually recovering with some innovative ideas and preventive measures being introduced. Some in the industry are making full use of the internet in order to survive the pandemic.

Many universities have announced their plans for the fall semester and online education has become a new normal for international education amid the pandemic. But experts say that online education is not simply moving the traditional class onto the internet.

The United States has officially begun the process of withdrawing from the World Health Organization. A U.S. expert believes this action will not only harm the health of the country, but also global efforts against the pandemic.

The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development is warning that the COVID-19 pandemic is turning into a jobs crisis, far worse than the global financial crisis in 2008. The agency predicts a 9.4% unemployment rate on average in OECD countries at the end of 2020. And the United Nations Secretary-General has stressed the need for decent jobs to boost the recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Nine new professions have been recognized by Chinese authorities as the country intensifies efforts to create more job opportunities amid its economic recovery.

Tuesday marks the first day of China's Gaokao, or national college entrance exam. It was delayed one month due to the coronavirus outbreak. Rigorous measures have been taken to ensure the smooth implementation of the make-or-break test for more than ten million students across the country.

Following the United States and Brazil, India has overtaken Russia to become the world's third-worst affected nation by the pandemic. The coronavirus has infected more than 11 million people around the world and killed over 530, 000.

With pandemic prevention becoming part of our life, airlines are making efforts to reduce the infection risk and boost their business. Experts shed light on the ways to reduce infections and describe the future of this industry after the pandemic.

Many farmers in China are turning to e-commerce to sell their produce after months of lockdown due to the coronavirus. However, analysts are concerned that new technology is also forcing farmers to learn marketing skills on top of everything else that they do.

As the United States prepares to celebrate its Independence Day this weekend, concerns are growing that mass gatherings may trigger another spike in COVID-19 cases.

Asian countries that saw the outbreak much earlier than the rest of the world are continuing to urge residents to refrain from unnecessary gatherings, maintain distance from others and wear masks. Experts point out that cultural differences among other nations account for the different results in the battle against the virus.

The International Labour Organization said on Tuesday that the impact of Covid-19 on global employment is worse than previously thought. In its latest report, the UN agency has also outlined three possible scenarios for the second half of 2020, namely the pessimistic, optimistic, and middle road scenario.

As the World Health Organization warns that the pandemic is not even close to being over, an expert says a second wave is possible. China National Biotech Group, or CNBG, has built the world's largest COVID-19 vaccine production plant, with Phase I and II clinical trials showing positive results.

Global COVID-19 cases have exceeded ten million and the number of deaths has surpassed half a million. An expert sheds light on prioritizing the tasks necessary for world governments to fight the virus.

Johns Hopkins University says the number of COVID-19 infections in the United States has topped 2.5 million. An expert gives her insight on the effect of the pandemic on the US campaign season.

A vaccine research institute in China says its coronavirus vaccine has entered clinical trials. Experts say the world needs to work together to produce coronavirus vaccines before having an answer for "which vaccine works?"

Some high-end hotels in China are offering down-to-earth services to locals to relieve the impact of COVID-19. Experts suggest hotel giants should make full use of their facilities to explore a range of opportunities at this difficult time.

Thanks to the prevention and control work, many countries and regions are reopening their domestic tourism. Experts say if everything goes well, gradual reopening of international tourism can also be expected with cooperation and trust among countries.