China responds to Australian think tank's claim of China expanding hypersonic weapons arsenal: firmly opposes stoking so-called 'China threat'

On June 15, Lin Jian, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, held a regular press conference.

A reporter asked: The Lowy Institute, an Australian think tank, stated that China is expanding its hypersonic weapons arsenal, enhancing its capability to strike Australia. What is China's comment on this report?

Lin Jian said: We have noted the relevant reports. China adheres to the path of peaceful development. China's military development is aimed at safeguarding national sovereignty, security, and development interests, and is not directed against any country. The growth of China's military power is a growth in global forces committed to peace.

The report you mentioned reflects a serious strategic misjudgment of China through the outdated lens of "power inevitably leads to hegemony." We urge relevant institutions to stop amplifying the so-called "China threat," and instead objectively, fairly, and rationally view China's development.

Source: Beijing Youth Daily

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