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China Protests w/ Jason Young: December 2, 2022

China Protests w/ Jason Young: December 2, 2022

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Friday, December 2, 2022

Protests about China’s zero Covid policy have rocked the country over the past week.

The policy aspects include targeted lockdowns, strict quarantine measures, and widespread testing.

But citizen frustration and potential economic impact have prompted experts to ask whether the policy is actually worth it?

David spoke to Victoria University of Wellington Politics and International Relations Associate Professor Jason Young about the topic.