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'It's a joke': China hits back at Australia's claim its coronavirus investigation stance has been vindicated

Expert say the economic ties between Australia and China are paramount.

Australia says the establishment of a global coronavirus inquiry has vindicated its stance on the issue, prompting a sharp response from China.


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By Stergos Kastelloriou

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Australia says the establishment of a global coronavirus inquiry has vindicated its stance on the issue, prompting a sharp response from China.


China has lashed out at claims Australia's push for an international probe into the coronavirus has been vindicated, labelling it a "joke".

China agreed to support an investigation after more than 110 countries co-sponsored a motion at the World Health Assembly on Monday night.

The WHA resolution calls for an impartial, independent and comprehensive evaluation of the international response to the pandemic.

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