Beijing: The Chinese Foreign Ministry on Friday informed the US Embassy in China of its decision to withdraw its consent for the establishment and
Beijing: The Chinese Foreign Ministry on Friday informed the US Embassy in China of its decision to withdraw its consent for the establishment and operation of the American Consulate General in Chengdu as a retaliatory move against Washington’s move to close the Asian giant’s mission in Houston.
In a statement, the Ministry also made specific requirements on the ceasing of all operations and events by the Consulate General, Xinhua news agency reported.
Friday’s development comes after US President Donald Trump’s administration on Tuesday ordered the closure of China’s mission in Houston, saying it was involved in stealing intellectual property.
