China has fired back at the U.S. over its newly passed defense policy bill, calling it a relic of the Cold War era that threatens global stability. A spokesperson for China's National People's Congress warned Wednesday that the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for 2025 unfairly targets Beijing and risks escalating tensions between the two superpowers.
Xu Dong, spokesperson for the NPC's Foreign Affairs Committee, criticized the bill for repeatedly hyping up the 'China threat' narrative and pushing military support for Taiwan – a move Beijing sees as crossing a red line. The legislation also aims to suppress China's tech growth and restrict trade ties, which Xu called 'gross interference' in domestic affairs.
'The U.S. is treating cooperation like a Marvel movie – always needing a villain,' said a Beijing-based analyst, referencing the bill's focus on countering China's rise. Xu emphasized that Taiwan-related issues and China's development path are non-negotiable, urging Washington to avoid 'repeating past mistakes'.
Despite the clash, China reiterated its commitment to mutual respect and win-win cooperation. 'When two giants dance, they shouldn't step on each other's shoes,' Xu stated, stressing that China-U.S. relations impact humanity's future.
The development comes as global markets watch closely, with tech stocks in Shanghai and Shenzhen dipping 0.8% following the announcement. Analysts warn the bill could chill innovation partnerships between Silicon Valley and China's 'Silicon Dragon' startups.
A spokesperson for China's National People's Congress warned Wednesday that the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for 2025 unfairly targets Beijing and risks escalating tensions between the two superpowers.
Xu Dong, spokesperson for the NPC's Foreign Affairs Committee, criticized the bill for repeatedly hyping up the 'China threat' narrative and pushing military support for Taiwan – a move Beijing sees as crossing a red line. The legislation also aims to suppress China's tech growth and restrict trade ties, which Xu called 'gross interference' in domestic affairs.
'The U.S. is treating cooperation like a Marvel movie – always needing a villain,' said a Beijing-based analyst, referencing the bill's focus on countering China's rise. 
Xu emphasized that Taiwan-related issues and China's development path are non-negotiable, urging Washington to avoid 'repeating past mistakes'.
'When two giants dance, they shouldn't step on each other's shoes,' Xu stated, stressing that China-U.S. relations impact humanity's future.
Analysts warn the bill could chill innovation partnerships between Silicon Valley and China's 'Silicon Dragon' startups.
