Ill news, spreads apace: covid in China

Gabriel Crossley, The Economist's China correspondent based in Shanghai, provides a gripping on-the-ground look at the surge of COVID-19 cases following the sudden lifting of zero-covid policies in China. Overstretched hospitals are struggling with rising patient numbers, revealing a stark contrast between official reports and the reality. The conversation also touches on how the current health crisis could impact China's economy and global concerns, alongside snippets about using naval drones in modern warfare and the evolving identity of French brands.