U.S. says senior Chinese diplomat Wang Yi's comments fit pattern of Beijing seeking to avert blame

Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi delivers a speech at the Lanting Forum in Beijing, China February 22, 2021. REUTERS/Shubing Wang

Washington (Reuters) - U.S. State Department spokesman Ned Price said on Monday that recent remarks by senior Chinese diplomat Wang Yi reflect a continued pattern of Beijing seeking to avert blame for its actions.

Price made the comment at a regular press briefing.