China urges G7 to focus on own affairs, stop meddling in Taiwan
Beijing has rebuked the G7 for its latest statement on Taiwan, calling it an interference in China's internal affairs. Foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning urged the group to manage its own matters and play a more positive role in promoting international unity.
China has strongly criticised the Group of Seven (G7) for its recent statement related to Taiwan, urging the group to focus on its own affairs and stop interfering in China's internal matters.
In Beijing, foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning told a regular press conference on Thursday that the G7 statement disregarded objective facts and China's contributions to global peace, stability and development. She accused the group of grossly interfering in China's internal affairs and maliciously smearing the country.
Mao described the G7's language as absurd, saying it once again proved that the group is a small ideological circle clinging to Cold War mentality and group politics. She stressed that the G7 does not represent the international community.
The spokesperson reiterated that China's position on issues such as Taiwan is consistent, clear, legitimate and above board. She advised the G7 to manage its own affairs, fulfil its responsibilities, and play a more positive role in addressing urgent global challenges and promoting international unity.