China issued a stern warning Wednesday against trade agreements it claims might “harm legitimate rights and interests of third parties,” signaling its growing unease at what it perceives to be exclusionary economic blocs that aim to reduce Beijing’s global influence. China issued this warning in a press briefing from their Ministry of Foreign Affairs, where spokesperson Lin Jian condemned recent regional trade pacts led by Western nations and their allies that China believes are designed to isolate or economically weaken countries outside their frameworks. Lin emphasized the need for trade cooperation to be open, inclusive, and mutually beneficial to all...