China has consistently punished officials when there is a local outbreak.
COVID-19-stricken Hainan in South China punishes 6 officials for dereliction of duty in fighting epidemic
By Global TimesPublished: Aug 15, 2022 12:13 AM
South China's Hainan Province announced to punish six officials late Sunday for inaction and lack of responsibility when handling the recent local COVID-19 outbreak.
As the entire province is devoted to the battle against COVID-19, the provincial disciplinary department said some officials were derelict in their duty and failed to take responsibility, a notice released by the disciplinary department reads.
During the two weeks since August 1, Hainan has registered 7,736 positive COVID-19 cases.
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COVID-19-stricken Hainan in South China punishes 6 officials for dereliction of duty in fighting epidemic
By Global TimesPublished: Aug 15, 2022 12:13 AM
South China's Hainan Province announced to punish six officials late Sunday for inaction and lack of responsibility when handling the recent local COVID-19 outbreak.
As the entire province is devoted to the battle against COVID-19, the provincial disciplinary department said some officials were derelict in their duty and failed to take responsibility, a notice released by the disciplinary department reads.
During the two weeks since August 1, Hainan has registered 7,736 positive COVID-19 cases.
more..
zhttps://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202208/1272971.shtml