Coronavirus lessons for China: prioritise health care and quality of life over economic growth

Beijing is on the cusp of the much-delayed annual gathering of the National People’s Congress. The highlight of this event is usually the gross domestic product growth target, but it may not be a scene-stealer this time. Both the government and the people must change their priorities amid the Covid-19 pandemic. Public opinion surveys around the world show that people prioritise health over the economy. That should and is likely to translate into government budget priorities and people’s…

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