China slammed the recent launch of a full-fledged U. S…
China slammed the recent launch of a full-fledged U. S. investigation into China’s alleged international property theft on Monday, calling the probe “irresponsible.”
“The United States’ disregard of World Trade Organization rules and use of domestic law to initiate a trade investigation against China is irresponsible, and its criticism of China is not objective, ” a Chinese Commerce ministry spokesman said in a statement to Reuters .
“China expresses strong dissatisfaction with the United States’ unilateral protectionist action. We urge the U. S. side to respect the facts, ” the statement continued.
The spokesman went on to say the country would take “all appropriate measures, and resolutely defend China’s lawful interests.
