Skin in the Games: Beijing’s nervy Olympics
The Intelligence from The Economist
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Beijing Winter Olympics: Amidst COVID and Controversy
This chapter examines the unique challenges and atmosphere surrounding the opening ceremony of the Beijing Winter Olympics, held under strict COVID restrictions. It discusses the curated audience, international diplomatic tensions, and the implications for China's Communist Party amidst a backdrop of global scrutiny. As the event nears, concerns about public enthusiasm and potential athlete dissent reveal the complex narrative China aims to project to the world.
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