First US state sues China over coronavirus outbreak

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22 April, 2020, 10:00 am
Last modified: 22 April, 2020, 01:06 pm
The lawsuit seeks damages for the loss of life, human suffering, and economic turmoil that has occurred in the state
A pastor wearing a protective mask is seen at The Green-Wood Cemetery during the outbreak of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in the Brooklyn borough of New York City, New York, US, April 11, 2020/ Reuters

The US state of Missouri has sued the Chinese government and the ruling Communist Party over the coronavirus alleging that their deliberate deception has led to the global Covid-19 pandemic.

"The Chinese government lied to the world about the danger and contagious nature of Covid-19, silenced whistleblowers and did little to stop the spread of the disease," Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt said. "They must be held accountable for their actions," BBC reported. 

The lawsuit seeks damages for the loss of life, human suffering, and economic turmoil that has occurred in the state.

China strongly denies mishandling the crisis.

While Missouri officials called the lawsuit "historic", observers say it will face significant legal and procedural obstacles as US law gives foreign governments immunity from such actions.

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