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May 16, 2022

China unemployment rate near pandemic peak

From the BBC World Service: China’s jobless rate rose to the highest level since the early part of the COVID-19 pandemic. It comes as widening lockdowns led to a sharp slowdown in activity for the world’s second largest economy. Also, Switzerland votes to force global streaming giants to pay towards making more Swiss content. And the impact India’s new ban on wheat exports could have on global prices. 

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Despite government claims, there's little sign of lockdown restrictions easing.
Despite government claims, there's little sign of lockdown restrictions easing.
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China unemployment rate near pandemic peak