Global Government Responses to COVID-19

This chapter explores the diverse measures taken by governments around the world in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, including lockdowns, border controls, and remote schooling. It critically evaluates the varied effectiveness of these strategies, particularly comparing the responses of the US and UK to those of other nations like Italy and France. The chapter also addresses the growing international tensions, particularly between the US and China, amidst a landscape of self-serving national policies and the need for global cooperation.