China Condemns US Cyberattacks Targeting Tech Companies, Demands End to Espionage

Chinese Foreign Ministry Condemns US Cyberattacks Against Chinese Tech Companies

In a press briefing on Friday, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun expressed serious concern over two cyberattacks against Chinese tech companies, which were revealed in reports by the National Computer Network Emergency Response Technical Team Center of China (CNCERT). Guo stated that these attacks once again expose the US government's cyberattacks against China, including the theft of commercial and intellectual property.

Guo urged the US to immediately cease such malicious activities and emphasized that China will take necessary measures to safeguard its cybersecurity and interests. He also called on the US to reflect on its actions, halt political smear campaigns, and adhere to the same international rules it expects others to follow.

Guo further stressed that, with a responsible attitude, the US should work with the international community to jointly maintain peace and security in cyberspace. He emphasized that cyberspace is closely linked to the national security and economic prosperity of all countries.

The CNCERT reports detailed two recent cyberattacks by US intelligence agencies targeting major Chinese technology firms to steal trade secrets. These reports provide further evidence of the US government's ongoing cyber espionage activities against China.