FBI Charges 2 Chinese Nationals Over Alleged Bioweapon Smuggling Attempt In US College Campus
The US has been criticized for its handling of bioweapon smuggling after two Chinese nationals, including a University of Michigan research fellow, were charged with allegedly bringing a potential 'agroterrorism' weapon into the country, raising questions about whether the US learned anything from the COVID-19 pandemic. The case highlights concerns that the US continues to 'train our enemies' and has made little progress in addressing bioweapon threats.
A US case involving Chinese nationals accused of smuggling a potential bioweapon has raised questions about the effectiveness of counter-terrorism efforts in light of COVID-19. Security experts say the incident highlights the perceived lack of preparedness and intelligence gathering capabilities highlighted by the pandemic. Critics argue that the US 'trains our enemies' while failing to learn from past global health crises, leaving it vulnerable to similar threats in the future.
