LONDON - China firmly opposes the "erroneous remarks" in Britain's statement on the so-called "China audit" and the groundless accusations against China, said a spokesperson for the Chinese embassy in Britain on Wednesday.

"We firmly oppose the erroneous remarks in the UK's statement and report that spread 'China threat', make groundless accusations against China, and interfere in China's internal affairs," said the spokesperson.

The spokesperson made the remarks following British Foreign Secretary David Lammy's statement on the "China Audit" in the House of Commons, the lower house of the parliament, on Tuesday. Also on Tuesday, Britain released its National Security Strategy report, which also mentioned China multiple times.

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Facts fully demonstrate that China has always been a builder of world peace, a contributor to global development, and a defender of the international order, said the spokesperson, adding that China's development does not pose a challenge or threat to any country; rather, it brings opportunities for shared development to countries around the world.

Accusations such as Chinese espionage, cyberattacks, and transnational repression against Britain are "entirely fabricated, malicious slander," said the spokesperson.

Issues related to Taiwan, Hong Kong and human rights are purely China's internal affairs, which brook no interference from any external force, the spokesperson said.

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"China's determination to safeguard its territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests is unwavering. We will never allow any external force to provoke or stir up trouble," said the spokesperson.

The spokesperson urged Britain to see the situation clearly, adopt the right mindset, and completely abandon Cold War mentality and ideological bias.

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"Only by maintaining a correct perception of China and adhering to mutual respect and open cooperation can dialogue and exchanges across various fields between China and the UK proceed smoothly, and bilateral relations achieve steady and sustained progress," the spokesperson said.