As cities across the Chinese mainland refine COVID-19 measures, residents and businesses are witnessing a shift toward stability—and a hopeful return to normalcy. From streamlined testing to resuming work and production, the updated policies prioritize both public health and economic momentum.
Hungarian designer Steven Back, a Shanghai resident for 18 years, captured the city’s transformation in a recent video diary. ‘The new measures give people more certainty,’ he shared, highlighting bustling streets and reopened businesses. ‘It’s like the city’s heartbeat is syncing again.’
Experts say these adjustments aim to soften the pandemic’s impact on daily life while reigniting growth. For entrepreneurs and travelers eyeing Asia, it’s a signal of cautious optimism.
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China's optimized COVID-19 measures give people more certainty
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