Watch: Donald Trump again calls Covid-19 ‘China virus’ – The Times of India

Donald Trump, during the final night of the Republican National Convention, revived a controversial term from the Covid-19 pandemic by referring to the disease as the "China virus". The statement elicited a significant cheer from the audience. "Probably the best trade deal was the deal I made with China, where they buy 50 billion dollars' worth of our product. I don't even mention it, frankly, because of what happened with the China virus," Trump said while recalling his time as the US President. Trump's critics argue that using the term "China virus" could incite bigotry against Asian Americans, especially during the pandemic. However, his supporters maintain that the phrase merely refers to the geographical origin of the virus. In 2020, Trump defended his use of the term, stating, "'Cause it comes from China. It's not racist at all, no, not at all. It comes from China, that's why. I want to be accurate." He claimed that he used the term because China attempted to blame the virus on US soldiers. During his speech accepting the Republican presidential nomination, Trump, 78, called on Americans to support his bid for the White House on November 5. He highlighted his claim of being the first president in modern times to start no new wars. Trump also reiterated his belief that the ongoing wars in Europe and the Middle East would not have occurred under his presidency. However, he did not provide details on how he would resolve these conflicts. Both Trump and his running mate have exhibited isolationist tendencies, proposing to limit or completely cut off US aid to foreign countries. At TOI World Desk, our dedicated team of seasoned journalists and... Read More At TOI World Desk, our dedicated team of seasoned journalists and passionate writers tirelessly sifts through the vast tapestry of global events to bring you the latest news and diverse perspectives round the clock. With an unwavering commitment to accuracy, depth, and timeliness, we strive to keep you informed about the ever-evolving world, delivering a nuanced understanding of international affairs to our readers. Join us on a journey across continents as we unravel the stories that shape our interconnected world.Read Less

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Watch: Donald Trump again calls Covid-19 'China virus' - The Times of India