Over 1,000 social media accounts were suspended in China following Beijing's move to drop stringent 'zero-Covid' measures, leading to surge in new cases that have stretched medical resources to their limits
China rejects accusations of a lack of preparation for reopening. The ruling party allows no direct criticism of its policies and imposes strict limits on free speech.
The company “will continue to increase the investigation and cleanup of all kinds of illegal content, and create a harmonious and friendly community environment for the majority of users," Sina Weibo said in a statement on Thursday. Anger was also vented over the requirement that anyone who potentially tested positive or had been in contact with such a person be confined for observation in a field hospital, where overcrowding, poor food and hygiene were commonly cited.Mass migration for Lunar New Year
China is now facing a surge in cases and hospitalisations in major cities and is bracing for a further spread into less developed areas with the start of the Lunar New Year travel rush, set to get underway in the coming days.
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