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The case involves a U.S. state in a Chinese court, but the supplied reports do not establish what practical effect the proceedings could have in the United States or whether the court's demand could be enforced there.
WORLD • CHINA AND MISSOURI
Chinese court hears $53.5 billion Covid-related case against Missouri
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A court in Wuhan has begun hearing a case brought by Chinese authorities and institutes against Missouri over Covid-19-related accusations. The South China Morning Post reports that the plaintiffs are seeking US$53.5 billion.
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