China Rejects Energy Department's Lab Leak Theory of COVID's Origin

 

China has recently rejected the Energy Department's lab leak theory regarding the origin of the COVID-19 pandemic. A spokesperson for China's Foreign Ministry, Zhao Lijian, said the Energy Department's statement is "unfounded and completely absurd". According to Zhao, the World Health Organization has already conducted joint research with China and has not found any evidence supporting the theory.

The Energy Department's theory suggests that the COVID-19 virus may have originated in a lab in Wuhan, China, where the virus was first detected in 2019. The theory is based on the fact that the Wuhan Institute of Virology is located near the site of the first outbreak and that there is a possibility that the virus could have been accidentally leaked from the lab.

Despite the lack of concrete evidence, the lab leak theory has gained traction in recent months, with many countries calling for further investigation into the matter. The Energy Department's statement has added to the debate, with some experts suggesting that the lab leak theory should be considered seriously.

China, however, has firmly rejected the theory and accused the United States of spreading misinformation. The country has been very defensive regarding the COVID-19 pandemic and has been accused of initially covering up the outbreak in Wuhan. The rejection of the lab leak theory is in line with China's narrative that the virus originated from a wet market in Wuhan, rather than from a lab.

As the debate over the origin of the COVID-19 pandemic continues, it is important for countries to work together to investigate the matter thoroughly and find the truth. The virus has caused widespread devastation around the world, and understanding its origin could help prevent future pandemics.