Zhao Lijian criticizes the United States for engaging in "microphone diplomacy" on the eve of the high-level strategic dialogue: it is useless and useless

　　China News Service, Beijing, March 18 (Li Jingze) In response to a series of negative China-related words and deeds by the US on the eve of the China-US high-level strategic dialogue, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian said at a regular press conference on the 18th that the US should cooperate with China. Meeting each other halfway, conducting dialogues in a sincere and constructive manner, trying to engage in "microphone diplomacy" and "rhythmic", and ganging up to put pressure on China is a waste of effort and useless.

　　A reporter asked a question. On the eve of the high-level strategic dialogue between China and the United States, the United States used visits to Japan and South Korea to put pressure on China and announced that it would expand sanctions against China on Hong Kong-related issues.

What is China's view on this?

Do you still expect positive results from this dialogue?

　　"Recently, the U.S. has made a series of negative words and deeds related to China. This happened on the eve of the upcoming high-level strategic dialogue between China and the United States. The timing is intriguing. And the sincerity and constructive attitude of developing Sino-US relations." Zhao Lijian said.

　　"China will express our position and concerns on relevant issues in the dialogue. All topics that can be discussed are on the table." Zhao Lijian pointed out that China has no room for compromise on issues related to sovereignty, security and core interests. The determination and will to safeguard their core interests is unwavering.

　　Zhao Lijian emphasized that whether the dialogue can achieve positive results depends on the joint efforts of both sides.

The U.S. should meet the Chinese side halfway, conduct dialogues in a sincere and constructive manner, try to engage in "microphone diplomacy", "rhythm", and gang up to put pressure on China is a waste of effort and useless.

　　"The Chinese side hopes that through this dialogue, we can fully communicate with the United States to promote the healthy and stable development of Sino-US relations. However, we do not expect a single dialogue to resolve all issues between China and the United States. The United States should recognize that China firmly defends its sovereignty and The determination of security and development interests." Zhao Lijian said.

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