Chinese diplomacy spokesman Wang Wenbin congratulated Joe Biden and Kamala Harris on their election, nearly a week after the announcement of the Democratic ticket victory over Donald Trump and Mike Pence.

"We respect the choice of the American people," Beijing said.

China on Friday congratulated Joe Biden on his election to the presidency of the United States, nearly a week after the announcement of the victory of the Democratic candidate.

"We respect the choice of the American people. We extend our congratulations to Joe Biden and (Vice President-elect) Kamala Harris," Chinese diplomacy spokesman Wang Wenbin told reporters.

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