'We express our deep regret and dissatisfaction': China's embassy in Canberra condemns Australia's extended travel ban
"We are very mindful of the disruption and economic impacts of these arrangements, but I note Australia is one of 58 countries that has introduced some form of travel restrictions.""We express our deep regret and dissatisfaction over the Australian government's announcement," a spokesman said in a statement."The World Health Organisation has repeatedly stressed that it does not recommend putting travel and trade restrictions on China.
"Only Australia and a small number of countries have taken such extreme measures which are an overreaction indeed. "We urge the Australian side to ... respect WHO's professional recommendations, and lift the restrictions as early as possible."
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