Beijing threatens response to ‘unacceptable’ virus measures

By KEN MORITSUGU
Associated Press

BEIJING (AP) — The Chinese government has sharply criticized COVID-19 testing requirements being imposed on visitors from China and threatening countermeasures against countries involved. The Foreign Ministry spokesperson said at a daily briefing Tuesday that China believes the entry restrictions adopted by some countries targeting passengers from China lack scientific basis. She says some excessive practices are “even more unacceptable.” It’s unclear what steps China might take. China abruptly eased strict anti-virus measures in December, leading to a surge in cases. Countries including the U.S., U.K., India, Japan and several European nations have announced tougher measures on travelers from China. Many are worried about a lack of data from China and fear that new variants may spread.