China warns Australia probe may set off backlash


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BANGKOK: China’s ambassador on Monday (April 27) reportedly is warning the Australian government its pursuit of a Covid-19 (coronavirus) inquiry could set off a boycott by Chinese consumers, who may no longer travel and study in Australia or buy major exports including beef and wine.

Ambassador Cheng Jingye told The Australian Financial Review in an interview published on Monday that Australia’s push for an inquiry was "dangerous” and predicted it would fail to gain traction.

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