Question: What has been done to minimise the impact of "dynamic zero-COVID" approach on ordinary people in China?

Spokesperson: Following the spirit of putting people and life first, the Chinese government has always given top priority to people's safety and health. Given the uncertainties of the pandemic, adopting the "dynamic zero-COVID" policy and the relevant measures has had its cost. However, it has been done to maximise the protection for the welfare of the whole society.

The Chinese government has worked to minimise the impact of prevention and control measures on people's daily life in a number of ways. Firstly, response measures have been constantly adjusted to make them more targeted and precise, with specific programmes made according to different categories, at different levels and in different areas. Secondly, efforts have been taken to minimise the negative effects of the pandemic on the public and meet people's demands for medical treatment as in normal times. And thirdly, the resumption of work and production has been promoted in an orderly manner. Actions have been taken to ensure smooth traffic and logistics and coordinate pandemic response and the transportation of key materials.

The vast majority of the Chinese people as well as foreign citizens and businesses in China have expressed their understanding and support for China's measures against the pandemic, and there have been many heart-warming stories. The concerted efforts of the Chinese people and foreigners living in China have given us the confidence to pool strength and conquer the pandemic together.