Protesters across China have expressed anger over strict zero-Covid measures. showing a rare direct challenge to the Communist Party. Photo: AP
Protesters across China have expressed anger over strict zero-Covid measures. showing a rare direct challenge to the Communist Party. Photo: AP

China’s security chief vows crackdown on ‘hostile forces’ after protests against Covid restrictions

  • State media calls on Chinese public to ‘build a barrier of epidemic prevention and control’
  • Days after 10 died in Urumqi fire, security forces are urged to prevent and contain major accidents to protect lives and property

Protesters across China have expressed anger over strict zero-Covid measures. showing a rare direct challenge to the Communist Party. Photo: AP
Protesters across China have expressed anger over strict zero-Covid measures. showing a rare direct challenge to the Communist Party. Photo: AP
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