China Resources Co chief calls reporter's accusations 'slander'

The chairman of State-owned conglomerate China Resources Co has called a Beijing reporter's claim that he is guilty of corruption "totally fabricated and malicious slander".

"His behavior has brought great harm to me and my family, as well as the reputation of my company," Song Lin said in a personal statement on the company's website.

"Any people and organizations who spread the rumor and slander my reputation will be held legally responsible," he added.