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The Covid Protests in China and Why They Happened Now

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China's COVID Zero Policy: Critiques and Consequences

This chapter analyzes the criticisms of China's COVID zero policy and the lack of a clear plan for reopening, particularly focusing on vaccination rates among the elderly. It discusses the broader economic implications stemming from prolonged lockdowns, including rising youth unemployment and dissatisfaction among the younger population. Moreover, it highlights the complex relationship between government policies and the economic realities, particularly in the context of a struggling real estate market.

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