BEIJING, April 22 -- China reiterated its opposition to foreign interference on the Tibet issue on Wednesday.

"The Tibet issue is purely China's internal affairs. No foreign country has the right to interfere," said Foreign Ministry spokesman Hong Lei at a regular press briefing.

His comments came in response to a question regarding the U.S. Congress's recent call for China to review its Tibet policy and restart dialogue with the Dalai Lama or his representatives without any precondition.

"If the Dalai Lama has sincerity to talk with the Chinese central government, he should reflect his words and deeds, and stop all activities dividing China," Hong said.

The Dalai Lama is not just a religious figure, but a political exile who has been engaging in secessionist activities in the name of religion, the spokesman added.