Missouri Sues China Over Coronavirus Pandemic

Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmidt filed a lawsuit against China, accusing it of suppressing information about COVID-19, arresting whistleblowers, and hoarding PPE. The suit claims these actions led to severe economic consequences in Missouri, including a high unemployment rate. The state seeks to hold China accountable and recover billions in economic damages.

What actions did Missouri's Attorney General accuse China of taking that contributed to the pandemic's impact?

• Suppressing information and arresting whistleblowers

• Providing free medical supplies

• Encouraging social gatherings

• Promoting international travel

What did the complaint allege China did with personal protective equipment?

• Distributed it globally for free

• Donated it to international organizations

• Destroyed it to prevent usage

• Hoarded it to capitalize on demand

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

• To increase tourism between Missouri and China

• To improve diplomatic relations

• To hold China accountable and recover economic damages

• To establish a trade agreement