The National Security Policy Committee of the China Policy Research Institute recently organized a seminar in Beijing focusing on genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and national security. A notable statement made by Professor Zhu Guolin from the National Defense University drew widespread media attention. In his speech, he referenced a claim by a former deputy minister that GM rice could be on the tables of 1.3 billion Chinese people within 3 to 5 years. He was also reported to have joined the Dupont Biotechnology Advisory Committee in June 2007, where his role was to "assist the company in shaping its stance on major issues and oversee the R&D, testing, and commercialization processes of biotech-based products."
Whether or not this claim is accurate, it has raised concerns among the Chinese public about the lack of oversight and transparency in GMO regulation. Many fear that they may unknowingly consume genetically modified food without proper labeling or awareness. Recently, some media outlets revealed that imported genetically modified rapeseed and vegetable oil are significantly cheaper than domestic alternatives—by as much as 500 yuan and 1,000 yuan respectively. Some companies with local procurement licenses were accused of using imported GM oil as domestic oil and then reselling it into state reserves. Although the China National Grain Reserve Corporation denied the allegations, the incident raises serious questions about the effectiveness of monitoring the flow of GM products.
The discussion also highlighted the divide between international experts who oppose GM foods and Chinese scientists who support their use. In July of this year, 61 academicians from the Chinese Academy of Engineering and the Chinese Academy of Sciences jointly urged authorities to accelerate the industrialization of GM rice. Their confidence in the safety of GMOs contrasts sharply with the concerns raised by global critics. This divergence in expert opinions leaves the public confused about whom to trust when it comes to such critical decisions affecting national health and food security.
Food safety is a matter that affects every individual, and any decision regarding GM crops must be transparent and involve broad public discussion. Science, while powerful, is not infallible. Even widely accepted theories can be proven wrong over time. Given the long-term implications of genetic modification, caution is not only reasonable but necessary.
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Xinhuanet.com, Beijing, October 29: The National Security Policy Committee of the China Policy Research Institute recently held a symposium on genetically modified organisms and national security in Beijing. Experts at the meeting emphasized the importance of President Xi Jinping’s recent directive that “China's food security depends on itself†and that “our own rice bowls should mainly hold food produced domestically.†This, they said, is essential for achieving the “Chinese Dream.†The safety of 1.3 billion Chinese citizens relies on the expertise of agricultural scientists like Yuan Longping.
Professor Zhu Guolin, speaking at the event, shared his experience from an International Symposium on Genetically Modified Foods and Food Safety held in Beijing on July 13th. He expressed concern after hearing scientists advise the public to avoid transgenic foods. When asked about the approval of three new soybean imports, the response was blunt: “Your government is ignorant, and your scientists lie.†This shocked him.
Dr. Arnold, a French biophysicist, noted that science and commerce have become intertwined in agriculture. Over two decades, the development of GM crops has shown how science can take a harmful path, leading large corporations to control food and seeds for profit, often at the expense of environmental and social well-being. Dr. He Meiyi, a British-Chinese scientist, called genetic modification a “manufacturing disaster,†citing abundant evidence of its health and environmental risks.
French molecular biologist Seralini reviewed data from 19 tests conducted by Monsanto and found negative effects on liver and kidney function, which the company concealed. Indian scientist Vandana Shiva criticized GM crops as “seeds of cheating and stolen harvests.†Professor Huber from Purdue University discovered suspicious microorganisms in widely used GM soybeans, possibly linked to cow abortions. Don Huber warned that future generations might look back in disbelief at how current society willingly risked its health and future for corporate interests.
According to public records, a former deputy minister claimed that GM rice would be on the table of 1.3 billion people within 3 to 5 years. He joined the Dupont Biotechnology Advisory Committee in 2007, a position that later led to controversy. By March 2012, DuPont had removed its name from the committee website, indicating a withdrawal. Article 27 of China’s Civil Servants Regulations states that holding concurrent positions in companies can result in disciplinary action, including dismissal.
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