China Condemns U.S. Over Hong Kong Economic Office Bill

China expressed concerns regarding the U.S. House of Representatives' recent bill that may result in the closure of Hong Kong's economic and trade offices. The Chinese foreign ministry criticized the move, stating it politicizes normal economic and trade cooperation and unjustly targets Hong Kong's overseas agencies.

China has voiced its concerns over the United States' handling of Hong Kong-related issues and the potential suppression of its development. This statement follows the U.S. House of Representatives passing a bill that could potentially shut down Hong Kong's economic and trade offices in America.

Addressing the situation, spokesperson Mao Ning of the Chinese foreign ministry highlighted that the bill politicizes and instrumentalizes standard economic and trade collaborations, and unfairly discredits Hong Kong's overseas institutions. These remarks were made during a regular press briefing held on Wednesday.

Mao Ning emphasized that the bill is a deliberate attempt to tarnish the reputation and operations of Hong Kong's overseas agencies, which could further strain China-U.S. relations.

(With inputs from agencies.)