Release of Chinese Citizen Journalist Zhang Zhan
Chinese citizen journalist Zhang Zhan has been released from prison after serving four years for reporting on the Covid outbreak in Wuhan. Concerns remain about her freedom of movement.
Key Points
- Zhang Zhan was sentenced to four years in prison for 'picking quarrels and provoking trouble.'
- She was among the citizen journalists who reported on the Covid outbreak in Wuhan in 2020.
- Other citizen journalists who reported on the pandemic faced similar repercussions.
Pros
- Zhang Zhan has been released from prison after serving her full term.
Cons
- There are concerns about Zhang Zhan's freedom of movement as she may still be under police watch.