Published 2 years ago

Beijing lukewarm on Winter Games as changing perceptions and COVID sap enthusiasm

Summary by The Japan Times

The build-up to the Winter Games has been largely muted, with an absence of the ubiquitous slogans, extravagant floral arrangements and flags from last time.

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The Japan Times

Beijing lukewarm on Winter Games as changing perceptions and COVID sap enthusiasm

The build-up to the Winter Games has been largely muted, with an absence of the ubiquitous slogans, extravagant floral arrangements and flags from last time.

2 years ago·Japan

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