In response to a media inquiry on the US Department of Justice's accusing two Chinese researchers of smuggling potentially harmful fungus into the US, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Wednesday, "I have no knowledge of the relevant situation."

The Chinese government has always required Chinese nationals abroad to strictly abide by local laws and regulations. At the same time, it will safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese nationals abroad in accordance with the law," Lin said.

Global Times