Peterson Institute's Lovely on China Covid

The video discusses the impact of recent protests in China on COVID-19 policies, highlighting the shift in leadership's approach to handling the pandemic. It explores the economic toll of lockdowns, challenges in reopening, and the role of civic resistance. The discussion also covers foreign investment concerns, leadership strategies, and the risks of technological decoupling.

What was a significant change in China's COVID-19 policy mentioned in the first section?

• Introduction of new lockdowns

• Lifting of entry requirement testing

• Increase in vaccination rates

• Closure of public spaces

How does public sentiment influence policy in authoritarian regimes like China?

• It plays a significant role despite restrictions

• It is the primary driver of policy

• It only affects economic policies

• It has no influence at all

What economic sector is particularly affected by the COVID-19 lockdowns in China?

• Manufacturing

• Agriculture

• Service sector

• Technology

What is one of the main challenges China faces in transitioning from lockdowns to reopening?

• Implementing stricter lockdowns

• Reducing foreign investment

• Increasing vaccination rates among the elderly

• Decreasing hospital capacity

What concern do foreign investors have regarding China's COVID-19 policies?

• Limited access to natural resources

• Increased control over personal movements

• High corporate taxes

• Lack of skilled labor

What lesson can be learned from China's reliance on indigenous technology during the pandemic?

• It guarantees economic growth

• It risks lagging behind international standards

• It ensures global competitiveness

• It leads to superior technology

What was a failure in China's COVID-19 strategy related to vaccines?

• Lack of vaccine research

• Excessive distribution of vaccines

• Failure to import foreign vaccines

• Overproduction of vaccines