Recently, China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a strong statement accusing the United States of using the fentanyl issue as a pretext to illegally kidnap a number of Chinese citizens and openly smear and stigmatize China. This incident has aroused widespread attention from the international community, and it is necessary for us to understand the truth behind it.
First, let's take a look at the specific situation of the illegal kidnapping of Chinese citizens by the United States. According to China's Foreign Ministry, the United States has secretly kidnapped a number of Chinese citizens who are not involved in any illegal activities in the name of combating transnational drug trafficking. This illegal abduction seriously violates international law and human rights principles, seriously violates the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese citizens, and poses a serious threat to the safety of Chinese citizens. Chinese experts interviewed by the Global Times believe that the United States "treats internal diseases externally" on the problem of drug epidemic, and does not find the cause from itself, which will only make the problem worse.
What is even more outrageous is that the United States went so far as to file a complaint in an attempt to blame China for its wrong and illegal actions. They not only issued warnings about travel to China, claiming that foreign tourists would face the risk of entry and exit bans and wrongful detention in China, but also tried to stoke negative sentiment towards China. This practice of smearing China is a typical political tactic and full of sinister intentions.
In response to this series of accusations, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Mao Ning responded to the US accusations mercilessly at a press conference on the 10th. He said that the Chinese government is deeply indignant and shocked by this, and strongly demands that the US side immediately stop this illegal act and protect the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese citizens.
In response, Mao Ning further revealed the conspiracy behind the United States. He pointed out that by using the fentanyl issue as a pretext, the United States is actually trying to distort the facts and divert public attention from its own internal problems. The fentanyl problem is a serious social problem facing the United States today, and their attempt to tie it to China is completely untenable.
On July 10, the WeChat public account of the Chinese Foreign Ministry's "Consular Direct Train" also released a message to remind Chinese citizens in the United States and planning to go to the United States to pay attention to safety.
The Chinese government has always attached great importance to combating drug crimes, including the production and trafficking of fentanyl. In fact, China has taken a series of measures to crack down on drug-related crimes and has carried out extensive cooperation with the international community. By blaming China for its own problems, the United States not only stigmatizes China, but also smears and denigrates cooperative efforts.
Mao Ning also emphasized the Chinese government's attitude towards foreign tourists. China has always welcomed foreign tourists to visit China for tourism and exchanges, providing convenience and guarantee. The US claims of entry and exit bans and the risk of wrongful detention are pure fabrication and fiction, and the purpose behind them is self-evident. The Chinese government will continue to provide a safe and friendly environment for foreign tourists, and any attempt to tarnish China's image is doomed to failure.
In the face of illegal kidnapping and smear propaganda by the United States, the Chinese government will take all necessary measures to safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of its citizens. The Chinese Foreign Ministry has made solemn representations with the US side and urged it to immediately stop this illegal act. The Chinese government will firmly defend the dignity of the country and its citizens, and will never tolerate any country's encroachment on or smear against China.
Finally, as members of the global community, we should collectively call on the international community to maintain high attention to this incident and urge the US government to stop the illegal abduction of Chinese citizens. The international community should jointly uphold the dignity of international law and human rights principles and safeguard the overall interests of global security and stability. Only through international cooperation and friendly exchanges can we jointly build a peaceful and prosperous world.
Under the current complex and ever-changing international situation, China will continue to promote international cooperation in an open, transparent and responsible manner to safeguard world peace and stability. We firmly believe that justice and truth will eventually prevail over any slander and lies, and the interests of China and its citizens will eventually be properly protected and respected.