China refutes Biden’s ’considering diplomatic boycott’ of Beijing Olympics as politicizing sports

RTHK: President Joe Biden confirmed that the US is considering a diplomatic boycott of the Beijing Winter Olympics. Do you have any response? Zhao Lijian: I want to stress that Xinjiang-related issues are purely China’s internal affairs that brook no foreign interference under any pretext and in any way. The US falsely accuses China of committing genocide and forced labor in Xinjiang. This would only give the Chinese people a good laugh. The US also makes accusations on China over other issues, which are untenable as they run counter to facts. I would like to reiterate that the Beijing Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games is a stage for all winter sports athletes around the world. It is them that should be in the spotlight. Politicizing sports violates the Olympic spirit and undermines the interests of all athletes. China firmly believes that, under the guidance of the Olympic spirit and with concerted efforts of all sides, we will deliver a streamlined, safe and splendid Olympic Games for the wo