Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning reiterated China’s opposition to any cooperation among nations directed against other countries.

Mao also stressed that alliances and political blocs are not conducive to international peace and security.

“China has always held that cooperation among countries should not be aimed at forming exclusive alliances or conducting bloc confrontation, as this does not contribute to regional or global stability,” she stressed.

The meeting in Washington focused on regional security issues, such as activities in the South China Sea, in the context of growing cooperation among the so-called “Quad” countries.

Commenting on Beijing’s incursions into that maritime zone, Mao affirmed that her country’s actions were reasonable and legal.

The spokesperson also urged all parties concerned to build mutual trust and cooperation rather than adopting a confrontational stance.

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