September 10, 2025Frontiers in Public HealthOpen Access

Political orientation and COVID-19 policy preferences during the early pandemic: a comparative analysis of China and South Korea

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Political tendency is the strongest predictor of COVID-19 policy preferences in both China and South Korea.
Chinese citizens favored strict government measures, in contrast to lower support among South Koreans.
Government satisfaction significantly influenced policy acceptance in China, while its effects in South Korea were minimal.
Collectivism moderated the influence of political tendencies on policy preferences, with cultural contexts shaping public support.

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