Growing protests against the draconian 'zero-Covid' policy in China appears to have rattled the officials. In a video that has gone viral on social media, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian could be seen falling short of words to justify the measures aimed at culling the Covid numbers.

WATCH: Chinese official's long, awkward silence when asked about Covid protests

Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson says, China is committed to peace and tranquility at LAC. India and China held fourth round of talk yesterday. Today Ministry Spokesperson says, Hope India can work with China

Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson says, Hope India can work with China

China accused the U.S. on Tuesday of trying to sow discord between China and the Southeast Asian countries with which it has long-standing territorial disputes

China says 'Committed to peaceful dispute resolution at South China Sea'

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian held a press conference. Watch to know what he said.

China's Foreign Ministry briefing: Reaction to US remarks on South China sea