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China did not tell the world how serious covid-19 was, says Gautam Bambawale
The novel coronavirus pandemic has dealt a major blow to China’s image, with the world's most populous country's credibility damaged grievously, said former Indian ambassador to China, Gautam Bambawale. The pandemic has also brought to the fore vulnerabilities and shortcomings in global institutions such as the United Nations (UN). The new world order that emerges post the pandemic could create space for a group of middle powers to provide global leadership, which could include Japan, India, France and South Africa, he said. Edited excerpts from an interview.