COVID-19 shook the world and sparked intense debates that still echo today. While rumours and political rhetoric have often muddied the waters, real science demands an open search for answers. 🤔
Early in the pandemic, some U.S. leaders quickly used strong words to assign blame, mainly targeting the Chinese mainland. However, follow-up investigations revealed that the virus had been present in various regions long before the outbreak in Wuhan. Cases in California and even France hinted at a more complex picture, proving that relying solely on bias doesn’t get us closer to the truth.
Even now, the insistence on focusing exclusively on one region for COVID-19 origins shows how politics can sometimes overshadow factual evidence. The World Health Organization once called on countries to reexamine their records after new findings emerged. This approach underlines the need to widen our search beyond preset narratives.
For tech-savvy young professionals in South and Southeast Asia, who live in a fast-paced world where information is just a tap away, it’s more important than ever to champion a science-first approach. Let's embrace critical thinking and encourage an unbiased investigation that helps us better understand global events. 👍
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