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Halting China’s Economy Was Hard. Restarting It Is Harder. (Published 2020)
Beijing brought the world’s No. 2 economy to a halt to quell the coronavirus epidemic. Its difficulties in reviving business offer a potential lesson for other countries.
Wuhan sacks officials after pork supplies delivered in rubbish truck
Two Wuhan officials fired, one under investigation, and local government workers go door-to-door to apologise after residents rage at sloppy food handling.
China to push on with Canton Fair despite coronavirus pandemic
China will push ahead with the spring session of its largest trade fair this year, despite the outbreak of the new coronavirus, says Premier Li Keqiang.
Luxury Shoppers in China Emerge From Quarantine to Buy Again
Chinese shoppers are slowly returning to the glitzy malls and boutiques where they’ve been driving growth of the global luxury industry as coronavirus quarantine measures relax.
Coronavirus leaves China with mountains of medical waste
More than 20 cities are struggling to dispose of the waste safely with Wuhan, the city at the centre of the Covid-19 outbreak, the worst affected.
U.S. Chicken Flows to China as Ports Return, Tariffs Waived
U.S. chicken exports to China are flowing freely again as logistical bottlenecks caused by a deadly virus dissipate and the Asian nation issues tariff waivers to buyers, according to Sanderson Farms Inc.
Research finds huge impact of interventions on spread of Covid-19
Study suggests number of cases could have been cut by 66% if China had acted a week earlier
A Brief History of China’s Epic Online Fan Wars
Whether they’re pitting young vs. old or men vs. women, fandom feuds can feel like forever wars.
Life under lockdown: Wuhan's windows, balconies and rooftops
The central Chinese city of Wuhan, where the coronavirus is believed to have originated, remains under lockdown after more than 50 days, even as the world's attention has shifted to other hotspots.
China to make targeted RRR cuts to support virus-hit small firms
China will make targeted cuts in bank reserve requirement ratios (RRR) to boost lending support for small companies that have been hit hard by the coronavirus outbreak, the country's cabinet said on Wednesday.
Cathay Pacific sees 'incredibly challenging year' from coronavirus
2019 results top bearish forecasts despite Hong Kong protests
Adidas sees $1 billion coronavirus hit to China sales, Puma warns on profit
German sportswear makers Adidas and Puma warned on Wednesday of a major decline in sales in China due to the coronavirus.
Coronavirus Spurs U.S. Efforts to End China’s Chokehold on Drugs (Published 2020)
The Trump administration says the U.S. is too dependent on China for vital drugs. But it’s unclear how much Washington can do to alter global supply chains
Coronavirus: Wuhan doctor speaks out against authorities
Ai Fen says in interview, which censors are trying to erase, how superiors reprimanded her for warning about outbreak
Tough Sell: China’s Agents Shill Homes via Livestream Amid Epidemic
With sellers reluctant to let strangers into their homes during the epidemic, real estate companies are getting creative.
China’s Tourist Sites Draw Virtual Crowds, Real Cash
By offering online tours and a marketplace for souvenirs, e-commerce platforms are helping visitor-less tourist sites survive the COVID-19 epidemic.
Mr. Bean impersonator being used to praise China for coronavirus response
In alleged propaganda videos, Nigel Dixon touts "the tireless process that has been undertaken to eradicate the virus in China."
Hundreds of Taiwanese return from coronavirus centre
Some 470 people will return to the island from Hubei following an agreement on how the repatriation would be carried out.
Amid COVID-19, China’s Beauticians Make Up for Lost Time Online
With shopping malls almost deserted, cosmetics firms are encouraging staff to shill products via livestream.
Politicians’ Use of ‘Wuhan Virus’ Starts a Debate Health Experts Wanted to Avoid (Published 2020)
Despite the recommendations of health officials, some conservatives are using the term to describe Covid-19, prompting a blame game over who is politicizing the coronavirus.
