On July 12, 2010, www.chinanews.com.cn reported that the U.S. State Department recently published its 2010 “Promoting Freedom and Democracy Report” accusing China of (its negative) democracy, and human rights situation. In response, China’s Foreign Ministry spokesman Qin Gang accused Washington of interfering in its internal affairs. Qin stated, “The Chinese Government protects the citizens’ basic rights and freedoms, and upholds people-oriented principles and governs for the people.”
Source: www.chinanews.com.cn, July 12, 2010
http://www.chinanews.com.cn/gn/2010/07-12/2397054.shtml