China on Thursday accused the United States of distorting its defense policy to prevent an improvement in relations between Beijing and New Delhi.
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian responded to a question at a news conference about whether China could exploit the recent easing of tensions with India over disputed border areas to prevent deepening U.S.-India ties.
China views its relations with India from a strategic and long-term perspective, Lin said, adding that the border issue is a matter between China and India and “we don’t want any country to pass judgment on this issue.”
The Pentagon said Tuesday that China was “likely seeking to capitalize on the easing of tensions … to stabilize bilateral relations and prevent the deepening of ties between the United States and India.”
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