CFR's Huang on Beijing Olympics and Covid Management

The video discusses the effectiveness and criticism of the Winter Olympics, focusing on China's global influence and its zero COVID strategy. It highlights the geopolitical and human rights issues affecting China's reputation in developed countries, while noting its stronger influence in developing regions. The video also examines the challenges in US-China cooperation on global health, emphasizing the lack of trust and the impact of the COVID-19 origins probe on diplomatic relations.

How is China's influence perceived differently in developed and developing countries?

• It is more positive in developed countries due to economic ties.

• It is more negative in developing countries due to human rights issues.

• It is equally perceived in both developed and developing countries.

• It is more positive in developing countries despite human rights concerns.

What is one of China's goals in hosting the Winter Olympics?

• To showcase its ability to manage events during a pandemic.

• To increase tourism from developed countries.

• To compete with the US in sports.

• To change the global perception of its economic policies.

What challenge is the zero COVID strategy facing?

• Lack of vaccines.

• Economic downturn.

• Political opposition.

• Omicron variant.

Why is there limited cooperation between the US and China on global health issues?

• Disagreements over climate change.

• Different priorities in economic policies.

• Lack of trust between the two nations.

• Competition in technological advancements.

What is a major obstacle to US-China collaboration on ending the pandemic?

• China's refusal to share vaccine technology.

• Different approaches to climate change.

• Trade disputes between the two countries.

• US's insistence on investigating COVID-19 origins.