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"The Potential Responsibility of the US for Covid-19: Uncovering the Lab Leak Theory"
world-news2 years ago

"The Potential Responsibility of the US for Covid-19: Uncovering the Lab Leak Theory"

Jeffrey Sachs argues that the U.S. government's funding and support of dangerous laboratory research may have led to the creation and accidental release of SARS-CoV-2, the virus behind the Covid-19 pandemic. He calls for an independent investigation, a global halt on such research, and rigorous legal and financial accountability for governments that violate international safety norms through dangerous research activities. Sachs suggests that the U.S. owes the world the full truth and possibly financial compensation, depending on the facts that ultimately emerge.

"PM Modi Calls for Global Responsibility in Custodianship of Critical Minerals to Prevent New Colonialism"
international-relations3 years ago

"PM Modi Calls for Global Responsibility in Custodianship of Critical Minerals to Prevent New Colonialism"

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi warned that if nations with critical minerals do not view their custodianship as a global responsibility, it could lead to a new model of colonialism. Modi's comments come as the race to secure resources essential for energy transition goals intensifies, with challenges such as uneven geographical distribution of these minerals. China currently dominates the production and processing of rare earths, accounting for 70% of global mine production in 2022. Modi emphasized India's potential to build an efficient and reliable supply chain, highlighting the need to diversify supply chains in the face of global challenges.

"PM Modi Calls for Global Cooperation in Custodianship of Critical Minerals"
international-relations3 years ago

"PM Modi Calls for Global Cooperation in Custodianship of Critical Minerals"

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has warned that if nations with critical minerals do not view their custodianship as a global responsibility, it could lead to a new model of colonialism. Modi's comments come as the race to secure resources essential for achieving energy transition goals intensifies. China currently dominates the production and processing of rare earths, accounting for 70% of global mine production and at least 85% of processing capacity. Modi emphasized India's potential to build an efficient and reliable supply chain, highlighting the need to diversify supply chains and secure critical minerals for the transition to environmentally friendly energy.