Shanghai suggests that theslot godcity may begin to gradually open from June 1, but admits to having to look at the situation with the coronavirus The plan is not yet clearly defined. While the online world, China has voiced its disbelief to open the real city.

On May 17, 2022, Reuters news agency The report cited an assistant to the mayor of Shanghai. which announced a plan to control COVID-19 In the latest Shanghai If the epidemic is under control The authorities are likely to begin to resume normal operations. And open to people to live the same life from 1 June or may be in the middle of the month or the end of June onwards.

Assistant Mayor of Shanghai admitted that At this time, there is no clear plan for opening the city. But at least strict measures will continue until May 21 to prevent more infections. before considering easing measures in the next phase

However, some Chinese still expressed doubts. Shanghai will resume normal opening next month. with some netizens commenting on the Chinese online world that Do not believe the words of the officials Because in the past, there have been many postponements of the relaxation measures.

In the past, Shanghai authorities have implemented intense lockdown measures. to prevent the spread of COVID-19 for 6 weeks continuously according to the zero covid policy Among the reports that come out periodically that Many Chinese nationals are underwhelmed, malnourished, while coronavirus patients are forced to stay in care centers. But it wasn't well cared for.

In addition, the strict lockdown measures have severely affected China's economic sector. Covid-19 situation It has a heavy impact on the service sector and the industrial sector.

Chinese media said April's retail sales index fell 11.1% from a year ago. This is the lowest rate in two years, as well as the rate of production and sale of cars that have dropped considerably. This is partly due to Shanghai being one of China's most important automobile manufacturing bases.