China: "US Operating Biochemical Labs in Ukraine... Attempting to Spread Viruses"

Zhao Lijian, Spokesperson of the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs
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[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Bo-kyung] As the United States and Russia engage in a verbal dispute over the development of biological and chemical weapons by the U.S. in Ukraine, Chinese authorities have claimed that "the United States is operating dozens of biochemical laboratories in Ukraine."

Zhao Lijian, spokesperson for the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, stated at a regular briefing on the 14th that, in response to accusations that China is siding with Russia and spreading false information about the U.S. operating biochemical laboratories in Ukraine, "the United States has already invested more than 200 million dollars in operating these laboratories."

He added, "The purpose of the U.S. research is to establish a system to spread deadly viruses."

He further noted, "Victoria Nuland, U.S. Deputy Secretary of State, also acknowledged the existence of biological research facilities in Ukraine and stated that they are cooperating with Ukraine to prevent research data from falling into the hands of Russian forces."

He also pointed out, "The World Health Organization (WHO) recommended that Ukraine dispose of high-risk viruses stored in biochemical laboratories within its territory," and criticized, "The United States dismissed the documents, photos, and physical evidence found by Russia in Ukraine as 'fake news.'"

Regarding claims that the research facilities operate safe programs related to public health and are unrelated to biochemical weapons, he countered, "If there is sensitive information in the field of public health, does that mean it cannot be disclosed?" and argued, "The U.S. statements are inconsistent and full of loopholes.".

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