"In fact, US politicians are attempting to cover up their real strategic agenda to contain China, put together a so-called coalition of free democracies and build a clique against China," Le said, adding that some US politicians are telling packs of lies, particularly when it comes to smearing China, without even the slightest hint of shame.

Given the global challenges and strategic competition risks, the international community must adhere to a common, comprehensive, cooperative and sustainable security philosophy, stick to the principles of the UN Charter and international laws, abandon the Cold-War mentality, oppose unilateralism, and refrain from clique politics and camp confrontation, if it is to step out of the woods.