'G7 manipulating China's issues': Beijing

Beijing hit back at Quad leaders and G7 member states for "hyping economic coercion" against Russia and "manipulating" China-related issues.

Beijing hit back at Quad leaders and G7 member states for "hyping economic coercion" against Russia and "manipulating" China-related issues.

Quad leaders on Saturday launched a veiled attack on China as they denounced "destabilizing or unilateral actions" that seek to alter the status quo via undue influence in the Indo-Pacific region.

The Quad leaders on Saturday (May 20) launched a veiled attack on China as they denounced "destabilizing or unilateral actions" that seek to alter the status quo through force or coercion, and reiterated their unwavering dedication to a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

According to a Guardian report, although China was not explicitly mentioned, the reference was clear, particularly in light of its recent military assertiveness in the Indo-Pacific.