China urges U.S. to end illegal unilateral sanctions on Chinese companies

China urged the U.S. to end illegal unilateral sanctions and long-arm jurisdiction on Chinese companies, said Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun at a press briefing in Beijing on Tuesday.

Guo made the remarks after the U.S. added Chinese companies including gaming and social media leader Tencent and battery giant CATL to a list of firms with alleged links to Chinese military on Monday.

"China stands firmly against the U.S. practice of overstretching the concept of national security, making discriminatory lists in various names and going after Chinese companies to contain China's high-quality development. The Chinese people's right to development is not to be deprived of or ignored," said Guo.

"We urge the U.S. to immediately correct its wrongdoings, and end the illegal unilateral sanctions and long-arm jurisdiction on Chinese companies. China will take all measures necessary to firmly defend the lawful rights and interests of Chinese companies and uphold its legitimate right to development," he said.

China urges U.S. to end illegal unilateral sanctions on Chinese companies

Chinese State Councilor and Director of the China National Narcotic Control Committee Wang Xiaohong spoke with Rahul Gupta, director of the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, via video link on Tuesday.

Wang said that under the strategic guidance of the two heads of state, China-U.S. cooperation on drug control has made progress over the past year.

The two sides should adhere to the correct strategic perception, treat each other as equals, engage in dialogue and cooperation, and promote steady and long-term cooperation in drug control and law enforcement, to better respond to the expectations of the people and demonstrate the responsibility as major countries, Wang said. Wang also expressed hope that the U.S. side will show more sincerity for cooperation, and respect and address China's concerns.

The two sides agreed to continue to maintain cooperation and exchanges in the field of drug control.

Progress made in China-U.S. drug control cooperation over past year