Quotes of the Day

Tuesday, Apr. 26, 2011

Open quoteWe oppose any country using human rights issues as an excuse to interfere in China's domestic affairs.Close quote

  • HONG LEI,
  • Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman, speaking ahead of U.S.-China talks on human rights; he also noted "the two sides can enhance mutual understanding on a basis of equality and mutual respect"
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