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China announced its strong dissatisfaction and resolute opposition to the negative moves of Japan and the United States, noting that it had lodged an official protest with both Tokyo and Washington.
"The issues related to Taiwan, Hong Kong and Xinjiang are all internal Chinese affairs, and we do not accept any interference from any outside forces, and no one should underestimate the determination, will and ability of the Chinese people to protect China's sovereignty," Xinhua news agency quoted Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian as saying at a press conference today. national security and territorial integrity.
On maritime issues, Zhao said China is "resolute in its determination to safeguard its territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests, and is willing to continue to properly handle differences with relevant countries through consultation and negotiation."
The remarks came after the Foreign Ministry of Japan and the United States issued a joint press statement, in which they criticized China on the issues of the East and South China Seas and expressed their deep concern over the situation in Xinjiang and Hong Kong.