Published 2 years ago

WHO chief says China's zero-COVID policy not 'sustainable'

Summary by Ground News

World Health Organisation (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said this on Tuesday. He was commenting on China's zero COVID policy under which many Chinese cities, including Shanghai and Beijing, were either under lockdown or semi-lockdown for prolonged periods. China's foreign ministry called on WHO chief to avoid making "irresponsible" remarks.

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Times of India

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The Guardian

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CTV News

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