New Delhi [India]: China has strongly denied allegations by US President Donald Trump that Beijing interfered in American presidential elections, reiterating its long-standing policy of non-interference in the internal affairs of other countries.
In a statement issued through its embassy, the Chinese government said, "China has all along adhered to the principle of non-interference in others' internal affairs. The US election is an internal matter of the United States. Its outcome is determined by the votes of the American people. China has never and will never interfere in the presidential elections of the United States."
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The response comes after Trump revived claims that China had attempted to influence the 2018 and 2020 US elections.
Similar allegations had surfaced during his previous presidency, although Trump has repeatedly dismissed accusations of foreign interference in his own election victories as baseless.
Beijing's statement signals an effort to firmly reject the allegations while avoiding further escalation. The Chinese government has consistently maintained that it does not interfere in the domestic political processes of other nations and has often urged the United States to refrain from making what it calls "groundless accusations."
The exchange comes at a sensitive time in US-China relations. While the two countries continue to face tensions over trade and tariffs, recent months have also witnessed efforts to stabilise bilateral ties. Trump's outreach to Beijing, including a high-profile visit accompanied by leading technology and business executives, had raised hopes of improved economic cooperation and increased investment between the world's two largest economies.
However, the renewed accusations risk overshadowing those diplomatic efforts. Analysts say such rhetoric could complicate ongoing discussions on trade and investment, even as both sides seek to manage their broader strategic rivalry.
Whether the latest war of words develops into a deeper diplomatic dispute or remains limited to political messaging remains to be seen. For now, Beijing has categorically rejected the allegations, insisting that the outcome of US elections is solely determined by American voters and not by any foreign government.
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