Beijing, Oct 8, 2026 (AFP) - China announces candidate for WHO chief position

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2026-10-08

China nominated a candidate to lead the World Health Organization on Thursday, a move which could see Beijing expand influence over the international body after the United States quit this year. Beijing is putting forward Dr Song Li for the top position, foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said, adding that the nomination "demonstrates China's firm support for multilateralism" and "will help the organisation play a more active role in enhancin......

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