The Fight Against COVID-19: What's REALLY Going On

The Chinese mainland, Hong Kong and Macao are set to further drop travel restrictions. China's outbound tourism sector is seeing a swift recovery as more international flights resume. After the Spring Festival holiday, most factories and companies in China have resumed operations. What does the scrapping of travel restrictions mean for the tourism sector? How are various factory activities progressing in China?

China has detected 24 imported cases of a new Omicron variant - CH.1.1. Beijing will soon carry out a survey to measure COVID-19 antibody levels across its population to assess the pandemic in the capital and refine its virus control strategy. A Chinese doctor shares his story in fighting COVID-19 over the past three years. How transmissible is the new variant? What should we do to better protect ourselves from infection as COVID-19 remains a global public health emergency? How did doctors in China fight the virus over the past three years?

Japan and South Korea suggest they will consider easing COVID measures on the entry of travelers from China. What will this mean for the tourism industry in Asia? The WHO says COVID-19 remains a public health emergency of international concern. What challenges remain as the world is still on the highest form of alert?

China has conducted emergency reviews and granted conditional approval for two drugs for COVID-19 treatment. An expert elaborates on China's latest progress in the development of COVID medicines. The WHO head says COVID-19 remains a global health emergency but is reaching an inflection point.

China's labor market is booming as the latest wave of Covid infections eases. Demand for workers is increasing as many companies have seen a surge in business. Hong Kong has scrapped its isolation requirement for those infected with COVID-19.

A world economy report by the United Nations estimates that the Chinese economy will grow by 4.8 percent this year. A report says China's reopening will provide a significant boost to Australia's economy. China's box office has made a strong comeback over the Spring Festival holiday.

A global survey shows high approval for China's COVID-19 prevention and control over the past three years. Authorities say patients in China have had easy access to stable and abundant medical supplies during the Spring Festival. Village doctors in Shanxi Province have prepared drugs and medical devices, and monitored health conditions among high-risk groups, during the holiday. Also we take a look at how hospitals across the country are dealing with the increasing need for post-COVID rehabilitation.

China's service sector sees further recovery after the country eases COVID-19 response; Chinese medical workers are strengthening COVID-19 response at the community level; The Bird's Nest Ice and Snow Festival is underway in Beijing.

A professor of health promotion with Federation University Australia shares his views about China's efforts to develop COVID vaccines and promote inoculation; Chinese New Year celebrations involving big reunions and large gatherings have returned to Singapore; Authorities say patients in China have easy access to stable and abundant medical supplies during the Spring Festival holiday.

China's outbound tourism is picking up steam during the Chinese New Year holiday, in particular following the announcement that outbound group tours will resume on a pilot basis from February 6; The UK tourism and hospitality industry is eyeing the return of tourists from China; An expert says the surge in demand during the Chinese New Year holiday is spurring the global economic recovery.

As one of the leading countries in vaccine manufacturing and distribution, China has worked to improve accessibility and affordability of its vaccines both at home and abroad. China's ambassador to the European Union is opposing the EU's travel protocols against Chinese arrivals. China's economic performance comes under the spotlight at the World Economic Forum. How effective are the vaccines made in China? How do global business leaders view the rebound of the world's second largest economy?

Logistics companies in China are seeing a huge increase in orders as people increase their spending ahead of the holiday. Thailand is one of the first destinations to receive Chinese tourists after China's border reopening. Business leaders have expressed confidence in China's rebound and believe China will continue to be a very important market for a whole host of sectors. How are companies preparing for rising demand for logistics services ahead of the Chinese New Year? What makes business leaders confident in China's economic rebound?

Chinese residents are busy with their Spring Festival shopping. Authorities are carrying out food safety inspections to keep people healthy during the New Year festivities. What is life like in China in the wake of the latest wave of COVID infections? How do Chinese residents prepare for the most import festival of the year? What progress have tourism businesses made ahead of the Spring Festival?

Global investors have shown strong confidence in China and many believe that the market will see a strong rebound after three years of challenges. The President of the World Economic Forum addressed China's role in the recovery of the world economy. Foreigners are planning trips to China after the country resumed cross-border travel. What helps bolster foreign investor confidence in China? How will the re-opening of the country help fuel the recovery of the global economy?

Travel between Hong Kong and the Chinese mainland surged ahead of Spring Festival. Switzerland is now keen to see Chinese travellers come back now that COVID restrictions in China have lifted. Meantime, hospitals across China have been ramping up efforts to offer better medical resources for the public as the country's most import traditional holiday for family reunions approaches. What are the key factors bolstering the travel boom? How does China manage medical resources to offer better treatment for COVID patients?