Xi Acts to Reset China's Coronavirus Fight as Cases, Deaths Jump

The transcript discusses a sudden increase of 15,000 coronavirus cases due to the inclusion of cases diagnosed through imaging, not just testing kits. This change raises concerns about the actual state of the outbreak, as testing kits are scarce. The death rate has also risen, but experts note it is a lagging indicator. Politically, the Chinese government has responded by firing top officials in Hubei and Wuhan, indicating a recognition of mismanagement. The situation presents both a health and political crisis for the government.

What does the increase of 15,000 cases indicate about the situation?

How has the death rate changed according to the text?

What is the significance of the lagging indicator mentioned in relation to the death rate?

What actions have been taken against the officials in Hubei Province?

What are the two major problems the government is currently facing?