China has never tried to influence the outcome of elections in the United States, the Chinese Embassy in Washington said. The diplomatic mission emphasized that electoral processes in the United States are исключительно внутренний вопрос страны.

"China has always adhered to the principle that one must not interfere in the internal affairs of other countries," the embassy's statement said.

US President Donald Trump accused China of repeatedly trying to influence the outcome of American elections. According to him, Beijing "fought as hard as it could" to prevent him from winning in 2020. The American president promised to protect the electoral system from foreign interference.