China opposes possible US ban on electronics testing by Chinese labs: spokeswoman

China opposes the U.S. Federal Communications Commission's plan to vote on a proposal that would ban all Chinese labs from testing electronic devices used in the United States, Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said at a regular press conference on Thursday.

"China firmly opposes the U.S. move which overstretches the concept of national security, severely hampers normal economic and trade exchanges between Chinese and U.S. enterprises, and goes against the interests of all parties, including U.S. businesses and consumers. China will continue to firmly safeguard its legitimate rights and interests," said Mao.

China opposes possible US ban on electronics testing by Chinese labs: spokeswoman

A Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman on Thursday urged all relevant parties to remain calm and exercise restraint following Israel's airstrikes on Lebanon on Wednesday, urging actions to help de-escalate tensions in the Middle East.

Spokeswoman Mao Ning made the remarks at a daily press briefing in response to a related query.

"Lebanon's sovereignty and security should not be violated, and the safety of civilians and their property must be protected. China calls on all relevant parties to remain calm and exercise restraint, and to work towards de-escalating the situation in the region," said Mao.

China calls for calm, restraint following Israel's airstrikes in Lebanon