Xi Makes First Public Appearance After Overseas Trip

The transcript discusses speculation about Xi Jinping's recent absence, linking it to China's COVID-19 protocols. It highlights the political significance of the upcoming Party Congress and the rarity of Xi's overseas trip. The discussion shifts to predictions by major banks like Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs on potential easing of China's COVID-19 restrictions, considering economic pressures and political events like the National People's Congress.

What was the duration of quarantine required for people returning to China under the COVID-19 protocols?

• 7 days of quarantine followed by 10 days of home isolation

• 7 days of quarantine followed by 3 days of home isolation

• 10 days of quarantine followed by 3 days of home isolation

• 10 days of quarantine followed by 7 days of home isolation

Why was Xi Jinping's overseas trip considered unusual?

• It was a secret trip

• It happened close to the party Congress

• It was his first trip abroad

• He visited multiple countries

Which bank predicted that China might ease COVID-19 restrictions by next year?

• Goldman Sachs

• JP Morgan

• Morgan Stanley

• Nomura

What is the National People's Congress and when is it held?

• A political party meeting held every October

• A legislative body held every March

• A cultural festival held every December

• An economic summit held every June

What economic factors are pressuring China to ease COVID-19 restrictions?

• Rising inflation and high GDP growth

• Slowing exports and property market

• Stable employment rates

• Increasing foreign investments