Pakistan, Nov. 12 -- China has rejected US allegations linking Chinese intelligence to a controversy surrounding Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang. Beijing defended its technological progress and dismissed claims of Chinese espionage. The response comes as Nvidia's board investigates whether Huang faced a foreign intelligence operation.

Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning addressed the issue during a regular briefing in Beijing on Thursday. She urged Washington to stop using espionage allegations to justify restrictions on Chinese technology companies. Mao said China's scientific development depended on independent innovation and international cooperation.

Her comments followed reports about Huang's alleged extramarital relationships and possi...