BEIJING, Dec. 26 (Xinhua) — The goal of communication and exchanges between the Chinese and U.S. militaries shouldn’t be a political present to the world, mentioned a spokesperson for China’s Ministry of National Defense on Thursday.
The present difficulties in China-U.S. army engagement are created solely by the U.S. aspect, mentioned Zhang Xiaogang, the spokesperson, when commenting on a U.S. report on China’s army and safety growth at a press convention.
China all the time develops bilateral and army relations with the United States beneath the precept of mutual respect, peaceable coexistence and win-win cooperation, he mentioned, including that the 2 sides have maintained efficient communication by way of army diplomatic channels.
He urged the U.S. aspect to earnestly respect China’s core pursuits and main considerations, and chorus from crossing the traces on points associated to Taiwan, democracy and human rights, China’s path and system, and China’s growth rights, in order to create a positive environment for dialogue and communication between the 2 sides.
In response to a media question concerning the U.S. Space Force’s new element in Japan, Zhang mentioned that China has constantly adhered to the peaceable use of outer area and opposes its weaponization and militarization.
China urged the United States to rigorously study its actions within the area area, stop frightening confrontation, cease spreading false narratives, and make due contributions to sustaining lasting peace and safety in outer area, he mentioned.
When commenting on remarks made not too long ago by U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin in Japan, Zhang reiterated that the Diaoyu Dao and its affiliated islets are an inherent a part of China’s territory and China has indeniable sovereignty over the islands within the South China Sea and their adjoining waters.
He known as on the United States, Japan and sure different nations to cease spreading false narratives about China and to contribute to regional peace and stability.