Jasmine in Guangzhou: I’m back in the office now and I cycle to work instead of taking the subway
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- Le 7 avril 2020
How was the Covid-19 situation managed in Guangzhou?
The government took strict confinement measures so we all had to stay at home. All public events were cancelled, and even places like restaurants were closed. Only some supermarkets remained open.
What measures do you think worked the best?
I think the confinement policy was definitely very necessary at that time. It worked very well and quickly and now our city has recovered.
How did you keep in touch with your family and friends during confinement?
Through internet of course, WeChat, Facetime, etc.!
What advice would you give to fellow alumni in France who have just begun their period of confinement?
Be patient.
In China, we think that confinement is the way to fight coronavirus. Think of it as not only for yourself but also for human beings’ sake. For sure, Chinese people buy into community spirit more than people in the west do, but coronavirus is a fact and it’s something that we cannot change just with willpower. We must take the most efficient action to figure it out.
What did you learn about yourself during this period?
I learnt two things; 1 - save money and 2 - keep learning! In my opinion, these are the best ways to resist risk and keep your ‘value’ in the human resource market.
What has it been like going back to the office?
Actually, I have been back in the office for quite a few days now. I go by bicycle instead of taking the subway.
Are there any new habits that you gained during your confinement that you will continue to use?
Cooking for sure and taking online training.
Jasmine concludes with this message for her French friends and fellow classmates, “You guys take care. France is a lovely country with lovely people, hope you will figure it out soon too. Feel free to contact me if there is anything I can do to help.”
I took this picture at the corner of one of the most crowded underground shopping areas in Guangzhou during the confinement period.
This is a shopping mall; you can see everyone is still wearing face masks after the confinement has ended.
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