Chinese Communist Party Demanded Praise in Exchange for Medical Supplies

A growing number of reports indicate Chinese officials pushed their counterparts in Europe to make positive statements about China in order to receive shipments of medical supplies to fight the novel coronavirus.

Why it matters: The revelations further taint Beijing’s attempts to portray itself as a responsible and trustworthy leader in global public health.

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Context: Over the past two months, numerous high-ranking government officials from countries fighting coronavirus outbreaks have offered seemingly effusive praise to China for its assistance.

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