A two-year investigation by U.S. lawmakers has concluded with findings that support the theory of a lab leak in China as the origin of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The report highlights alleged safety lapses at the Wuhan Institute of Virology, alongside evidence suggesting the virus was manipulated for research purposes.
While the findings add weight to the lab-leak hypothesis, they have been met with criticism from some scientists and Chinese officials who maintain the virus likely emerged naturally.
Lawmakers have called for greater transparency and accountability from Beijing, emphasizing the need for more stringent global oversight of high-risk laboratories.
The findings reignite international debates over pandemic origins and measures to prevent future outbreaks.
Source: PhilNews24 | December 3, 2024
