China has issued a stern warning to the United States following revelations of alleged state-sponsored cyber operations targeting Chinese infrastructure. Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Guo Jiakun addressed the findings during a press briefing on August 1, citing a report by the Cyber Security Association of China that identified Germany, South Korea, Singapore, and the Netherlands as intermediary bases for the attacks.
"This report provides the latest evidence of malicious U.S. network attacks," Guo stated, emphasizing that Washington remains Beijing's "primary cyber threat." The spokesperson accused the U.S. of hypocrisy in cybersecurity discourse while continuing offensive operations through allied networks.
Analysts suggest the disclosure highlights growing tensions in digital sovereignty as nations grapple with evolving cyber warfare tactics. While reaffirming China's right to take "all necessary measures" to protect its networks, Guo stressed the need for international cooperation: "Cybersecurity is a shared challenge requiring dialogue, not unilateral aggression."
The development comes amid heightened global scrutiny of state-backed cyber activities, with Asian technology hubs increasingly seen as both targets and strategic battlegrounds in digital espionage.
