Beijing: China on Friday expressed strong opposition to a proposed US regulatory move targeting foreign telecom certification bodies, warning it could disrupt global trade and supply chains, according to state-run media.

According to Anadolu Agency, a spokesperson for China's Ministry of Commerce stated that the plan by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to revoke qualifications of testing and certification bodies from countries lacking 'mutual recognition agreements' is discriminatory and lacks factual basis, as reported by the Global Times. The spokesperson criticized the FCC for abandoning technological neutrality and overemphasizing national security, which has led to restrictive measures unfairly targeting companies and products from various countries, including China.

Beijing warned that the proposed restrictions, including barring entities on a 'Covered List' from operating telecom businesses in the US, could harm international trade partners as well as American industries and consumers. The Chinese government urged the United States to reverse what it called 'wrong practices,' cautioning that it would take necessary steps to protect the legitimate rights and interests of its companies if the measures are implemented.

The latest statement came just a day after senior Chinese and US economic officials and trade negotiators called for deeper cooperation and better management of trade tensions. Both sides are seeking to stabilize ties ahead of US President Donald Trump's visit to China in mid-May. Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng held a video call with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer to discuss ways to advance economic and trade relations between China and the US.