Another issue I find troubling is the fact that a number of scientists gained access to the lab from the PRC. There were two individuals who were associated with or employed with PRC institutions that CSIS determined to be working against the interests of Canada, as well as a PLA scientist whose mentor is Beijing's foremost expert in bioterrorism and biodefence. Could you comment on how it is possible that scientists with that type of connection to the Beijing regime would have the clearances or be granted access to what is supposed to be Canada's highest-security lab?
On May 3rd, 2024. See this statement in context.