Hong Kong Backpedals on Home Quarantine as Variants Flare

The video discusses the current COVID-19 situation in Hong Kong and mainland China. Hong Kong is experiencing a cautious approach with government-run isolation for those affected by new Omicron subvariants, which are more transmissible and less affected by vaccines. Meanwhile, mainland China, particularly Beijing and Shanghai, has managed to control the latest outbreak, with low new case numbers. However, there is uncertainty about how long this control can last without triggering more restrictions.

What prompted Hong Kong to revert to COVID-0 policies?

• A rise in new Omicron subvariants

• A decrease in vaccine availability

• Pressure from neighboring countries

• Economic considerations

What is the main reason for Hong Kong's cautious reaction to the new Omicron subvariants?

• Increased vaccine effectiveness

• Higher transmissibility and immune escape

• Pressure from international organizations

• Economic downturn

What achievement did the People's Daily highlight regarding COVID-19 in mainland China?

• Opening of international borders

• Victory over the latest outbreak

• Complete eradication of COVID-19

• Development of a new vaccine

What challenge does mainland China face after declaring victory over the latest COVID outbreak?

• Maintaining low case numbers

• Increasing vaccine production

• Reopening international travel

• Reducing economic impact

What could trigger more COVID-0 curbs in mainland China?

• A new outbreak

• Economic growth

• Vaccine shortages

• International pressure