Published: 17:05, November 13, 2020 | Updated: 11:28, June 5, 2023
China congratulates Joe Biden, Kamala Harris

Wang Wenbin, a spokesman for the Chinese Foreign Ministry, speaks at a news conference on July 29, 2020. (PHOTO / MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS)

BEIJING - China on Friday congratulated Joe Biden and Kamala Harris, saying China will respect American people's choice.

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"China has been following US domestic and international reactions to the US presidential election," Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin told a daily press briefing.

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"We understand the result of the election will be determined according to the US laws and procedures," Wang added.