China tells citizens to avoid mail from abroad and open packages with gloves, claiming that Omicron is spreading through foreign post
Business InsiderFeb 08, 2022
The Facts
Beijing's Olympic organizers have announced that tickets will not be sold for the Winter and Paralympic Games due to COVID concerns.
Instead, groups of invited spectators will attend and abide by strict COVID protocols.
The first Beijing Omicron case has been officially.
The Spin
Pro-China narrative
China's meticulous planning, which has been praised by the IOC, will keep the Winter Games vibrant and safe. Beijing is showing the world that large gatherings can still take place safely despite the pandemic.
Anti-China narrative
Beijing's Zero-COVID policy is unsustainable with Omicron. The only way to maintain it is to lie about transmission, or cancel the Games.
