Prices in China are climbing. The prices for Spinach alone saw an increase of 160 percent. Many people worry that food could become scarce. And in some places, panic buying has already started. And the government's attempts to calm people's fears are failing. Foreign companies in China are also affected.
By Ning Wang
Almost everywhere, governments are currently easing their COVID restrictions despite rising infection numbers. Only China does not want to change its course. Yet it is becoming increasingly difficult to keep the virus in check, as the latest outbreak shows.
By Redaktion Table
Hong Kong has become the world's most closed-off financial metropolis as a result of the Covid pandemic. But despite a growing impatience from banks and businesses, borders remain tight. Banks are now ranting in an open letter about the collapsing business as a result of extreme quarantine rules.
By Redaktion Table
