FUZHOU, China -- China's Lunar New Year holiday saw a big travel and spending jump as authorities played down fears of a massive COVID-19 outbreak during what has traditionally been the world's biggest annual migration.
Holiday travel spending soars 30% after Beijing dismantles zero-COVID curbs

Crowds in Shanghai on the first day of the Lunar New Year. China's economy is forecast to rebound after Beijing dropped its zero-COVID policy. © Reuters
FUZHOU, China -- China's Lunar New Year holiday saw a big travel and spending jump as authorities played down fears of a massive COVID-19 outbreak during what has traditionally been the world's biggest annual migration.