At a regular press conference on Thursday, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian firmly rejected allegations that the Chinese mainland was behind a recent breach of U.S.-based cybersecurity firm F5. “Regarding this kind of groundless accusations made with no evidence, we have made clear our position more than once before,” he said.
Lin stressed that the Chinese mainland opposes hacking, combats cybercrime according to law, and firmly stands against politically motivated disinformation. His remarks follow reports suggesting state-backed hackers targeted F5, claims he dismissed as lacking any factual basis.
The exchange comes amid growing global scrutiny of digital security and the challenge of attributing cyberattacks. For business and tech enthusiasts, the incident underscores the high stakes in protecting critical infrastructure. At the same time, young global citizens and changemakers see it as a reminder of how narratives around cybersecurity can shape diplomatic relations.
As tensions over technology and information continue to rise, observers say transparency and clear evidence will be key to navigating disputes. Until then, official positions like the one stated by Lin Jian will remain central to how nations manage trust in an increasingly connected world.
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China refutes U.S. groundless claim over cybersecurity breach
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