Beijing’s Coupon Craze: Get Vaccinated, Get Some Savings!
Welcome to Daxing, a bustling district of 1.8 million people where the locals are getting more than a smile – they’re getting discount coupons for their vaccination records.
What’s the Deal?
- Issued Wednesday, March 24.
- Target: Residents who’ve stacked up two Covid‑19 shots.
- Coupon values: 8 yuan (~$1.20) up to 30 yuan (~$4.55). The exact amount hinges on a handful of conditions (think convenience and local promotions).
- Use it: Shop at any supermarket in Daxing – no need to hunt for a specific store.
- Rumor‑monger note: Over 200 million yuan (~$? million) in total discounts will be handed out.
Why Bother?
In a bid to push vaccination rates even higher, authorities are offering sweet incentives. Currently, over 73 % of people aged 18+ in Daxing have had at least one jab. And China’s daily vaccine output has zoomed to roughly 5 million doses – a tidy three‑fold jump from the 1.5 million‑dose tier seen on Feb 1.
People’s Take
Not everyone’s a fan. One vexed Weibo user posted: “Inducing people into vaccination in this way will reduce people’s trust in vaccines.” So, while the coupons may be tempting, the spark of skepticism is still alive.
Bottom Line
It’s a clever mix of public health and a bit of retail therapy: “Vaccinate, come to the market, and snag a discount.” Whether it’s the best recipe for higher uptake or just a nifty marketing hack remains to be seen.
