China reiterates its assistance is never attached with political strings

 

China’s foreign ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian reiterates that his country’s assistance is never attached with any political strings.

Addressing a regular press conference on Monday (Nov.28), Lijian told reporters that China never seeks any selfish political gains in China’s investment financing in Sri Lanka.

“China fully relates to the difficulties and challenges faced by Sri Lanka and supports relevant financial institutions in discussing with Sri Lanka and properly resolving them.We have all along provided support to Sri Lanka’s socioeconomic development as long as our ability permits.”

He also welcomed Sri Lanka Foreign Minister Ali Sabry’s remarks about the close bilateral relations between the two countries.