WHO Chief denies following China’s narrative, calls it an outright lie.
WHO Director-General Denies Allegations of Bias Towards China
WHO director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus vehemently refuted claims that his organization had a close relationship with China, labeling such allegations as “outright lies.”
Tedros was asked by National Review reporter Jimmy Quinn if he regretted his initial handling of Covid, as concerns had been expressed that he had aligned too closely with Beijing’s stance.
“We have encountered issues with many countries at some point or another,” Tedros responded. “If we face challenges with multiple nations, it suggests that we are doing the right thing. However, the claim that we are favoring China is completely false.”
“Some people try to construct narratives and propagate such falsehoods,” he continued. “But if you examine our relationships with various countries, including the misunderstandings we have had, you will see that our focus has always been on science.”
Private Beliefs and Controversies
In June 2022, it was reported that Tedros privately believed the Covid pandemic originated from a leak at a Chinese laboratory, according to a high-ranking government official. While publicly maintaining that “all hypotheses remain on the table” regarding the virus’s origins, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus had allegedly confided in a senior European politician that the most likely explanation was a catastrophic accident at a Wuhan laboratory in late 2019.
In May 2020, a report from Der Spiegel claimed that WHO officials had communicated with the Chinese government and potentially withheld crucial information about the coronavirus spread under pressure from China’s President, Xi Jinping.
The report alleged that the German Federal Intelligence Service (BND) discovered a meeting between Xi and WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus on January 21, during which Xi requested a delay in reporting accurate information about the virus. WHO dismissed the report as “unfounded and untrue,” stating that the two individuals had never spoken over the phone.
Despite these controversies, Tedros expressed gratitude towards China for promptly sharing the sequence of the Sars-CoV-2 virus and implementing measures to contain its spread in Wuhan.
“During the initial stage, China provided us with the virus sequence immediately, and we appreciated that. They also took significant steps in Wuhan to slow down the spread to the rest of the world, which we acknowledged and encouraged. Slowing the spread was of utmost importance,” he acknowledged.
How can the WHO ensure independent and transparent investigations into the origins of the pandemic and the response of various countries
A-for-pandemic” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>reported that Tedros had privately expressed frustration with China’s lack of transparency during the early stages of the pandemic. According to leaked recordings, he allegedly criticized China for not sharing enough information and for delaying the release of crucial data. However, Tedros denied these allegations and stated that the WHO’s relationship with China has always been based on transparency and cooperation.
Despite these denials, the allegations of bias towards China have persisted. Critics argue that the WHO has been hesitant to criticize China’s handling of the pandemic, leading to accusations that the organization is influenced by political agendas.
The Importance of an Impartial WHO
As the leading global health organization, the World Health Organization plays a vital role in responding to pandemics and protecting public health. It is crucial that the organization is impartial and unbiased in its assessments and recommendations. Any perception of favoritism or political influence undermines its credibility and hinders its ability to effectively combat global health crises.
In the case of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important to have an independent and transparent investigation into its origins and the response of various countries. This necessitates an unbiased assessment of China’s actions and accountability where necessary. Without impartiality, the world cannot learn from this crisis and prevent future ones.
Moving Forward
To maintain its credibility and fulfill its mission, the WHO must address the allegations of bias and work towards greater transparency. The organization should prioritize scientific integrity and ensure that its findings and recommendations are based on the best available evidence.
Furthermore, the WHO should actively engage with member states, civil society, and experts from around the world to ensure diverse perspectives and avoid any appearance of favoritism towards specific countries or political interests.
In conclusion, the allegations of bias towards China made against WHO director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus are strongly denied by him. However, it is crucial for the WHO to address these allegations and strive for complete impartiality and transparency in order to effectively fulfill its role as the leading global health organization.
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