China Calls Lawsuit Brought Against It By Missouri 'Very Absurd'

Missouri's Attorney General Eric Schmitt filed a lawsuit against China, accusing it of suppressing information and mishandling the COVID-19 outbreak, leading to severe economic consequences in Missouri. The suit claims China hoarded PPE and seeks to hold it accountable for the pandemic's impact. Missouri's unemployment rate has surged, and the state aims to recover billions in damages. China denies the allegations, asserting it acted transparently and responsibly.

What did Missouri's Attorney General accuse China of doing in relation to the coronavirus outbreak?

• Reducing the spread of the virus

• Increasing trade with the US

• Suppressing information and arresting whistleblowers

• Providing vaccines to other countries

What economic impact did Missouri claim to have suffered due to China's actions?

• Increased tourism

• Higher employment rates

• Severe economic consequences and high unemployment

• Improved healthcare facilities

What did Missouri allege China was doing with personal protective equipment?

• Donating it to other countries

• Destroying it

• Hoarding it to capitalize on demand

• Distributing it freely

What is the main goal of Missouri's lawsuit against China?

• To establish a trade agreement

• To hold China accountable and recoup economic damages

• To increase tourism

• To improve diplomatic relations

How did China respond to Missouri's claims?

• By ignoring the claims

• By offering financial compensation

• By stating the claims lack factual and legal basis

• By agreeing to the claims