This is messy article. There are multiple things happening at once. Attack vs. espionage are treated differently. Espionage is done with the intention is to

This is messy article. There are multiple things happening at once. Attack vs. espionage are treated differently. Espionage is done with the intention is to steal information. Espionage is relatively normal between states. Condemn, file charges, then do the same back a them. Attack is when the intention is to cause harm or coerce. Ransomware, intentionally disrupting or destroying systems. Attacks from foreign government or entities acting behalf of an government are essentially acts of war. The West is condemning together "mixing" where Chinese government sanctioned groups are doing attacks for financial gain on the side. China should spy responsibly and stop attacks.