Beijing Tightens Covid Test Rules for Returning to Work After Holiday

The transcript discusses the return of workers and students to Beijing after the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday, highlighting a COVID outbreak at China Communications University. The outbreak led to a lockdown as part of China's Zero COVID policy. With the upcoming party Congress, authorities are tightening measures, requiring COVID tests within 48 hours of returning to work. While Beijing has not imposed a city-wide lockdown, targeted measures are in place to prevent further spread.

What approach is being followed by the authorities in response to the COVID-19 situation?

What is the COVID-19 testing requirement for workers returning to work?