China is deeply concerned by CIA Director William Burns’ statement at a security conference that the US is making progress in restoring spy networks in China. China will take all necessary measures to resolutely protect national security. - China’s FM Mao Ning
Source:
https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3228775/china-vows-countermeasures-after-cia-chief-william-burns-says-agency-working-rebuild-spy-network
Archive link: https://archive.is/1WtqH (by comrade @letranger)
Maybe to warn them.? Or maybe in retaliatory tone just like how Burns’ told them they’re (CIA) up in businesses again.?
Edit: if you meant the CIA, then maybe it’s just more of a bluff kind of things? Or to get under the nerves?