China News Service, Beijing, March 16 (Huang Yuqin) In response to the South Korean Meteorological Agency’s claim that sandstorms originating from China have caused serious decline in air quality in South Korea, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian said at a regular press conference on the 16th that the sandstorm Originated from outside China, China is only a "passing station", and all parties should avoid unnecessary hype and easy tagging.
A reporter asked questions. South Korean media quoted the Korea Meteorological Agency on the 15th to report that sandstorms originating from China have recently invaded South Korea and caused serious decline in air quality in South Korea.
Environmental and air pollution issues have once again become a hot topic of concern among the people of China and South Korea.
What is China's comment?
"This is an old topic. Environmental and air pollution issues know no borders, and conclusions on their origins need to be based on scientific monitoring and comprehensive analysis." According to Zhao Lijian, according to the analysis of the Chinese monitoring agency, the dust weather originated outside China. , China is just a "passing station."
"I noticed that Mongolian officials recently released relevant news on the hazards of sandstorms. Chinese public opinion did not criticize Mongolia because Mongolia may be the'last stop'." Zhao Lijian said, "All parties should adopt a scientific and constructive attitude. Look at related issues, guide public opinion positively, and avoid unnecessary hype and easy tagging."
He further pointed out that China attaches great importance to desertification prevention and control and desertification control, and has achieved remarkable results. In recent years, the dust weather has been significantly reduced.
This not only benefits the country, but also makes a huge contribution to improving the air quality in the region.
This dusty weather shows that there is still a lot to do in the area of environmental governance cooperation.
China is willing to work with neighboring countries and the international community to jointly promote environmental governance and protection in the region and the world, and make positive contributions to building a beautiful and clean world.
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