Shibani Mahtani

Shibani Mahtani, The Post’s bureau chief in Hong Kong, sheds light on the drastic fallout from the city’s strict zero COVID policy. She discusses how this approach created complacency, leading to a staggering rise in deaths, especially among the elderly and unvaccinated. Mahtani also highlights the confusion and distrust stemming from inconsistent communication and political complexities. Furthermore, she explores the political consequences for leadership and the erosion of freedoms that have accompanied the pandemic response in Hong Kong.