zero covid

China’s COVID-19 Surge Raises Odds Of New Mutant Coronavirus Variant

The country has seen an explosion of COVID-19 cases since largely abandoning its "zero COVID" policy.
By Laura Ungar and Aniruddha Ghosal, AP

China Eases Controls, Gives No Sign When 'Zero COVID' Ends

Commuters in Beijing were allowed to board buses and subways Monday without a virus test in the previous 48 hours for the first time in months.
By Joe McDonald, AP

Why China Can't Backtrack On Its 'Zero COVID' Policy

Chinese citizens have been protesting the government's aggressive lockdown measures in cities across the country.
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Xi Jinping Pictured With COVID-Positive Lawmaker During Hong Kong Trip

Steve Ho, a member of Hong Kong's biggest pro-Beijing party, said he tested positive for COVID despite adhering to strict protocols ahead of Xi's arrival.
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Virus Testing Becomes The New Normal As China Sticks To 'Zero-COVID'

Many cities including Beijing are requiring a negative test result within the last three days to enter a public place or take the bus or subway.
By Ken Moritsugu, AP

Shanghai Disinfects Homes, Closes All Subways Under China's 'Zero-COVID' Strategy

The latest steps have further frustrated residents, who were hoping a more than monthlong lockdown was finally easing.
By Ken Moritsugu, AP

Mass COVID Testing Underway For Beijing Amid Lockdown Worry

While only 70 cases have been found since the outbreak surfaced, authorities have followed a “zero-COVID” approach to try to prevent a further spread of the virus.
By Emily Wang and Ken Moritsugu, AP

Shanghai Lockdown: Woman Shares Account Of 16-Hour Bus Ride To COVID Quarantine Center

Officials in China's largest city announced an extended lockdown as COVID-19 cases continue rising.
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