Published: 17:03, July 28, 2026 | Updated: 17:24, July 28, 2026
China says cooperation with developing countries not aimed at third party
By Zhao Jia
In this photo released by the Chinese Foreign Ministry, spokesperson for the ministry Lin Jian addresses members of the media during a regular news briefing in Beijing on July 15, 2026.

China opposes the formation of exclusive blocs, and its cooperation with developing countries is not intended to win over or confront any third party, the Chinese Foreign Ministry said on Tuesday.

Lin Jian, the ministry's spokesman, made the remarks in response to reports that the United States State Department is planning to spend hundreds of millions of dollars to counter China's growing influence in Latin America, Africa and Asia.

"Countries should develop normal relations and conduct normal cooperation without targeting any third party," he said at a regular news briefing.

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China's cooperation with relevant countries and regions, especially developing countries, is aimed at jointly safeguarding world peace, promoting global development, upholding the international order, and building a community with a shared future for humanity, Lin said.