Observer Report
Beijing
China congratulated United States President-elect Joe Biden on Friday, as he was declared the winner of America’s election.
“We respect the choice of the American people. We express our congratulations to Mr Biden and Ms Harris,” said foreign ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin at a regular press briefing, referring to incoming vice president Kamala Harris. Wang said China understands “the result of the US election will be determined in accordance with US laws and procedures”.