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An expat’s guide to living in Shanghai
Shanghai is sometimes referred to as the “New York of Asia” – the city of 27 million brings excitement over skyscraper futurism, a sense of limitless opportunities, and has often been romanticized in popular culture. The other face of this alluring city is its colonial-era history and architecture. For those of you lucky enough to …
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How will COVID-19 affect China’s healthcare system?
The effects of coronavirus (COVID-19) have stretched China’s healthcare system to its limits and have prompted the government to accelerate its health reforms for 2020. In this feature by Pacific Prime China, we look at the country’s changing health reforms and discuss the impacts digital technology (or telehealth) is having on China’s healthcare system. China’s …
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China bans entry of foreign nationals due to Covid-19: Facts expats must know
As a continuation of our ‘Coronavirus travel advisory for expats in China who plan to return home’ post from March 17, in today’s article, we want to share the latest travel advisory for expatriates who want to travel to, or via China in the coming days. Since Saturday, 28 March 2020, China has temporarily prohibited …
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Coronavirus travel advisory for expats in China who plan to return home
The COVID-19 virus, declared a global pandemic by the World Health Organization (WHO) on March 11, 2020, has killed 7,108 people worldwide and spread to most of the continents and countries. Canada, the US, the EU, and many Asian countries are imposing strict containment measures, therefore making traveling home an increasingly difficult quest for many. …
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The complete guide to coronavirus health insurance in China
Let’s be honest, these aren’t the best of times for expats living in China. The coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak means that it’s virtually impossible to go anywhere without a face mask. To make things worse, if you are infected, treatment for the virus could take weeks or even months. This is why many insurers in China …