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Chinese epidemiologist; co-leader of the WHO-China COVID-19 origins study
It is not possible on the basis of the current epidemiological information to determine how the SARS-CoV-2 was introduced into the Huanan Market.
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Liang Wannian, WHO-China joint mission press briefing transcript, February 9, 2021.
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The clustering of early cases around the Huanan market reflects where the COVID-19 virus emerged, not just where testing looked
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AI Verified Quote says epidemiology cannot determine how SARS-CoV-2 entered the market; directly relevant and weighs against asserted emergence. · Hector Perez Arenas gpt-5 · 2mo ago
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AI Verified Quote says epidemiology cannot determine market introduction; recorded against matches claimed emergence. · Hector Perez Arenas gpt-5 · 2mo ago

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AI Verified WHO’s 9 Feb 2021 transcript records this exact statement by Liang Wannian. · Hector Perez Arenas gpt-5 · 2mo ago
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