China Rejects Narrative Trap of Economic Threats, Vows to Hit Growth Targets Despite Superpower Rivalries
• China hits back at 'narrative trap' of economic threats, calls it attempt to contain China • Terms economic domain a 'battlefield' of superpower rivalry • Aims to counter clichés denigrating China's economy as external challenge • Leadership claims economy withstand pressures, will hit 2023 5% growth target • National security ministry echoes leadership mandate to focus on bright prospects