Key facts
- China's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning stated the U.S. is disregarding the rapport between President Donald Trump and President Xi Jinping.
- Mao Ning accused the U.S. of targeting Chinese companies.
- The U.S. has imposed restrictions on Chinese technology.
China's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning stated that the United States is disregarding the rapport previously established between President Donald Trump and President Xi Jinping. Ning accused the U.S. of targeting Chinese companies, suggesting a departure from a more constructive relationship that existed during Trump's presidency. This accusation comes amid persistent trade tensions and ongoing U.S. efforts to restrict Chinese access to advanced technologies. The spokesperson implied that current U.S. policies are detrimental to bilateral relations and do not reflect the past engagement between the two leaders.