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China urges U.S. to ensure fair environment for TikTok's joint venture

China urges the U.S. to foster a fair environment for TikTok's joint venture amid rising scrutiny over data privacy. Discover the latest developments in U.S.-China tech relations.

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China urges U.S. to ensure fair environment for TikTok's joint venture
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China"s Commerce Ministry has expressed hope that TikTok"s plans for a joint venture in the United States will be resolved in accordance with Chinese law and balanced interests. The ministry urged Washington to maintain a fair and non-discriminatory business environment for Chinese companies.

The statement follows recent discussions between the leaders of China and the U.S., during which a basic framework for cooperation was established to address issues related to TikTok"s operations in the U.S.

This development comes amid ongoing scrutiny of TikTok"s business practices in the United States, where concerns about data privacy and national security have been raised. The Chinese government has emphasized the importance of a balanced approach to international business relations.

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China urges U.S. to ensure fair environment for TikTok's joint venture - DemState