Chinese authorities say Australia will "pay a price" for decision to boycott the upcoming Winter Olympics in Beijing.
Australian Government officials stated they would follow the UK, US and Canada by not sending any officials to the games due to reasons relating to human rights.
Athletes and staff will still attend the 2022 major sporting event.
"The US, UK, Australia and Canada use the Olympic platform for political manipulation," Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin said.
"It is unpopular and they are isolating themselves and they will pay a price for their wrong moves.
"Whether their officials come or not, they will see the successful Beijing Games."