China denies banning foreign phone brands.

China Denies Ban‌ on Foreign Phone Brands, Including Apple

In response to ⁣recent media⁤ reports suggesting ⁢a ban on the use of ‌Apple iPhones by government​ agencies and‍ firms, the Chinese foreign ministry clarified that China has⁢ not‌ issued any laws or regulations prohibiting the purchase and use of foreign brand phones. ⁤Foreign ministry⁣ spokesperson⁤ Mao Ning⁢ emphasized that the Chinese government values information and‌ cyber security and ​treats both domestic ‍and foreign companies equally.

However, Mao⁢ acknowledged that there have ⁣been security incidents related to Apple’s phones,​ which have received significant media attention. The Chinese ​government places great importance‌ on information security and⁢ expects⁢ all mobile phone companies, including Apple, to comply with its laws and regulations and strengthen information security management.

China’s focus on using locally-made tech products stems from the increasing significance ⁣of technology as a national security issue for both Beijing and Washington.

(Reporting by Ethan Wang and Bernard Orr; Editing by Christian Schmollinger and⁢ Miral Fahmy)

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