Improving U.S. Defenses Against Biothreats and Pandemics

Pure and man-made biothreats to our nation will proceed to plague us. On this well timed Middle for Safety Coverage quantity, 11 consultants have a look at the 2020 coronavirus pandemic and past to supply an in-depth evaluation of this menace and assess what the U.S. authorities should do to defend the American individuals.

Jim Geraghty from Nationwide Overview, China expert Gordon Chang, and national security specialist Claudia Rosett kick off with alarming insights on the spread of the coronavirus. They highlight China's legal negligence that led to the pandemic and discuss how the World Health Organization's collaboration with Beijing concealed the danger, depriving the world of crucial time that could have saved countless lives. Rosemary Gibson also contributes a relevant chapter, emphasizing why the pandemic should prompt U.S. officials to reduce America's reliance on China for essential medical supplies and medications.

The Defending Against Biothreats book delves into the increasing threat posed by both man-made and natural biohazards, offering strategies for protection. Notable contributors include former Soviet biological weapons expert Dr. Ken Alibek, Albina Tskhay, Shoshana Bryen, and Stephen Bryen. Charles Faddis, a former CIA operative, explores the pandemic's implications for terrorist groups. Additionally, national security experts Paula DeSutter, Stephen Elliott, and John Lauder analyze current U.S. and global policies for countering biothreats and advocate for enhanced measures.

Anyone seeking to understand the lessons from the 2020 coronavirus pandemic that leaders must heed to protect against a severe biothreat capable of causing widespread devastation should read this essential resource. It sheds light on how to defend against such a crisis, safeguarding nations from potential catastrophic consequences that could endanger countless lives and even the existence of humanity.