Shanghai to Lock Down Half City in Turns for Mass Covid Test

Shanghai plans a phased lockdown to minimize COVID-19 impact, avoiding a full-scale lockdown. The city will lock down one part, including Pudong, for four days, followed by the other side for another four days. During these periods, mass testing will be conducted as part of China's COVID-0 strategy to suppress the virus, with over 2000 new cases reported daily.

What are the planned actions regarding the lockdown in Shanghai?

How long is the lockdown expected to last in different parts of the city?

What is the purpose of the mass testing during the lockdown?

What strategy is China maintaining to address the COVID-19 outbreak?

What was the reported number of new COVID-19 cases over the weekend?