Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian confirmed at a regular press conference on December 27 that China has received visa applications from many US officials to China during the Beijing Winter Olympics. China will follow international practices, relevant regulations and the principle of reciprocity. To process.
A reporter asked questions. The source said that the US government recently proposed to China that it plans to send 18 officials, mainly from the US State Department and the Department of Defense, to China to provide safety and medical support for American athletes during the Beijing Winter Olympics. Visa applications will be submitted for nearly 40 other officials.
Can China confirm?
Will the visa application of the relevant person be approved?
"What I can confirm is that China has received visa applications from relevant American personnel." Zhao Lijian responded that previously, for the purpose of political manipulation, the U.S. directed and performed the so-called "No" without an invitation. The farce of sending diplomatic or official representatives to attend the Beijing Winter Olympics.
For the US to send a team of government officials to China and apply for a visa, China will handle it in accordance with international practices, relevant regulations and the principle of reciprocity.
Zhao Lijian emphasized that we once again urge the United States to practice the Olympic spirit, stop politicizing sports, and stop any words and deeds that interfere with the Beijing Winter Olympics.
(Producing Liu Peng)
Editor in charge: [Ji Xiang]