China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Tuesday the government hoped 'malicious speculation' about tennis star Peng Shuai's well-being and whereabouts would stop, and that her case should not be politicized.
Hong Kong China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Tuesday the government hoped"malicious speculation" about tennis star Peng Shuai's well-being and whereabouts would stop, and that her case should not be politicized.
Zhao Lijian, spokesperson for China's foreign ministry, declined to comment on whether the Chinese government will launch an investigation into Peng's sexual assault allegations against former Vice Premier Zhang Gaoli. He repeated previous comments made to reporters, saying Peng's situation"was not a diplomatic issue.
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