Tensions flared this week as China's Foreign Ministry fired back at the G7's latest joint statement, calling it a 'blatant interference' in domestic affairs. 🔥 Spokesperson Mao Ning didn’t hold back during a Wednesday press briefing, criticizing the group’s approach to sensitive topics like cross-strait relations and trade policies.
What’s the Beef? 🤔
The G7—a club of wealthy democracies—urged cooperation with China on climate change and global security but also demanded it stop \"supporting Russia’s defense sector\" and addressed regional issues like the Taiwan region and South China Sea. Mao shot back: \"If you want stability, walk the talk.\" 💬
Trade Wars & Peace Talks ⚖️
On Ukraine, China insists it’s stayed neutral: \"We’ve never sent weapons, only advocated for dialogue,\" Mao stressed. She also dismissed claims of \"overcapacity\" in Chinese industries as \"groundless.\" 📉 Meanwhile, the G7’s focus on Xinjiang and Hong Kong drew sharp reminders about \"non-negotiable\" sovereignty.
The Bigger Picture 🌐
Mao wrapped with a call for unity: \"Drop the zero-sum games. Let’s build bridges, not walls.\" 🇨🇳 With global youth watching, this clash highlights how diplomacy (and drama) shape our interconnected world. 🎬
