Chinese Foreign Ministry slammed the U.S. intelligence agency's accusations of hacking by Chinese firms on Wednesday, arguing that China is a victim to cyber crime.

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Hong Lei made the remarks at a daily press briefing when asked by a reporter on accusations from an unspecified U.S. source that Chinese firms had used hacking to steal commercial secrets.

Hong said China has responded to hacking-related issues on many occasions, and that it is "grossly irresponsible" to allege that China steals information and conducts hacking online without evidence and investigation.

"China also falls victim to hacking," Hong said, saying that cyberspace security is an international issue and China hopes for cooperation with the international community to safeguard online security together.

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