China confirms nomination of senior health official for WHO chief's post amid COVID scrutiny
China has put forward the nomination of Dr. Song Li for Director-General of the World Health Organization. Her background includes significant experience in public health, especially during health emergencies.
This nomination could attract renewed scrutiny on China's COVID-19 pandemic response and the origins of the virus. If elected, she would be the second Chinese official to lead the WHO.
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