INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
The CIA now believes COVID-19 likely emerged from a lab accident in Wuhan, China, reversing its earlier neutrality
ignored the report, echoing its stance that the lab-leak theory smears its pandemic response
Critics note divisions: the National Intelligence Council still favors natural spillover, citing genetic ties to bat coronaviruses.CIA Backs
Lab Leak Theory for COVID Origins, Fueling Global Distrust
(Photo Internet reproduction)The debate now fuels U.S.-China tensions
Investors brace for ripple effects, from biotech regulations to shifted manufacturing priorities.Libertarians see a cautionary tale
Centralized secrecy, whether in labs or governance, heightens global risk
Advocates stress transparency and self-policing, arguing opaque institutions erode public trust
The unresolved origins question leaves markets and policymakers navigating uncertainty, underscoring how state opacity impacts economic
As geopolitical rivals spar, businesses and citizens face fallout, reinforcing calls for decentralized solutions
Clarity hinges on one demand: open scrutiny, not bureaucratic gatekeeping.CIA Backs Lab Leak Theory for COVID Origins, Fueling Global
