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Protests erupt in China over COVID-19 restrictions
00:00 - 04:24 (04:24)
Demonstrations have broken out in at least 18 Chinese cities, as people demand an end to the government's "zero COVID" policy which enforces severe quarantines and lockdowns. The gatherings were sparked by outrage over the death of people due to the restrictions, but as videos of the protests circulated on social media, the movement gained traction.
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Thousands of people took to the streets in at least 18 Chinese cities over the weekend to demand an end to COVID restrictions, marking the largest protests since the 1989 pro-democracy movement.
00:00 - 01:30 (01:30)
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Thousands of people took to the streets in at least 18 Chinese cities over the weekend to demand an end to COVID restrictions, marking the largest protests since the 1989 pro-democracy movement. The Chinese government's unwavering policy of zero COVID, which includes severe quarantines and lockdowns, has been met with growing frustration and anger from citizens.
ChapterProtests erupt in China over COVID-19 restrictions
EpisodeWhat It’s Like Inside One of China’s Protests
PodcastThe Daily
Footage from China shows residents of Arunchi city protesting against COVID-19 restrictions, venting their frustration at being unable to leave their homes and reports of buildings being sealed shut.
01:30 - 04:24 (02:54)
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Footage from China shows residents of Arunchi city protesting against COVID-19 restrictions, venting their frustration at being unable to leave their homes and reports of buildings being sealed shut.