China strongly responded to NATO’s criticism and vowed to protect its rights and interests. The Chinese foreign ministry denounced NATO’s new strategic concept, labeling it as a representation of a “Cold War mentality and ideological bias.”
China believes that NATO’s actions are aimed at constraining and suppressing its growth, warning of potential negative consequences. China has not specified the exact measures it will take but assures that it will do what is necessary to safeguard its rights and interests.
NATO’s adoption of a new strategic concept in Madrid has put China in the spotlight. The document characterizes China as a “systemic challenge” and emphasizes its ambitious and coercive policies that directly challenge NATO’s interests, security, and values.
The concept also highlights China’s efforts to gain control over critical infrastructure, key technological and industrial sectors, and strategic sea lanes.
The heightened focus on China within NATO’s new strategic concept reflects the escalating tensions between the two sides. China has criticized NATO’s expansion into Eastern Europe and accuses the alliance of seeking to restrict its global rise.
China’s response to NATO’s concept is likely to escalate these tensions and raise questions about potential retaliation.
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