China’s COVID Play‑book: A Quiet Day Ends a Long‑Running Saga
On May 23, the mainland recorded three fresh COVID-19 cases, after a highly anticipated day of zero new infections. The National Health Commission (NHC) gave the official word: two imports, one local hit.
Why the Pause Matters
- Friday marked the first time since “Wuhan” opened the floodgates that the daily numbers didn’t climb at all.
- That said, the asymptomatic cluster jumped from 28 to 36—the sort of quiet rebellion that still keeps the herd on edge.
Canada’s Totals on the Mainland
As of that report, the confirmed cases sat at 82,974. The death toll held steady at 4,634, a grim but unchanging reminder of where the battle sits.
And What’s Next?
- Keep eyes on arrivals—those imports are still the new threat.
- Maintain vigilance on the “plus‑mic” side—those hidden asymptomatic folks can shift the game.
- And perhaps most importantly, remember that a pause, even a moment, is a sign that the chains of the pandemic are tightening.
