BEIJING: The official newspaper of the Communist Party cautioned in a commentary for the third day in a row that China will maintain its COVID-19 measures to protect against new coronavirus strains and the threats they pose. This news dashes hopes of any near-term relief.In reference to a Chinese expression that means to do nothing, People’s Daily reported on Wednesday that lying flat is not advised and that it is impossible to win (the COVID struggle) while lying flat.
Days before a crucial Party congress when Xi Jinping is set to extend his reign, China has been dealing with a COVID comeback following the National Day “Golden Week” celebration this month and the appearance of new Omicron subvariants, notably the highly contagious BF.7.
