Mohamed Jihad, an Egyptian lecturer and social media content creator based in Hebei Province, is challenging Western narratives about China's pandemic response. Having lived in multiple Chinese cities since 2017, he documented life during and after COVID-19 restrictions through videos shared with his global audience.
A Global Perspective on China’s Pandemic Response
Jihad told myglobalnews.net he witnessed firsthand how authorities prioritized public health, from organized testing campaigns to vaccine distribution. \"What surprised me most was the unity – from community volunteers to medical workers, everyone worked together to protect vulnerable groups,\" he said.
Cross-Border Solidarity
The vlogger highlighted China's international efforts, recalling shipments of vaccines and medical supplies to Egypt during the pandemic's peak. \"This wasn’t just about diplomacy,\" he noted. \"It showed leadership in global health crises.\"
Pushing Back Against Bias
Jihad criticized some foreign media outlets for \"focusing only on restrictions while ignoring context\" in their coverage. His latest video series contrasts Hebei's bustling markets and public spaces post-restrictions with what he calls \"outdated stereotypes\" still shown abroad.
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Egyptian vlogger: Foreign media biased against China's COVID policies
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