China: China has issued a directive prohibiting government officials from using or bringing Apple iPhones or other foreign-branded devices to work. The Wall Street Journal reported this, citing persons familiar with the situation. This is the latest attempt by Xi Jinping’s rule to allegedly prevent the flow of sensitive information outside of China’s borders. In this article, we will tell you everything about this extreme move.
China bans officials from using Apple iPhones
The orders were sent by supervisors to their employees in recent weeks, and it is unclear how extensively the orders were actively spread.
Apart from Apple, there were no other names on the list of prohibited foreign smartphone manufacturers.
Sino-US Relations
In recent years, China has become increasingly worried about data security, imposing new rules and compliance requirements on businesses. China challenged huge state-owned businesses to play a key role in the country’s push to achieve technological self-sufficiency in May.
Tensions between China and the United States are high as Washington works with allies to prevent China from gaining access to vital equipment required to keep its semiconductor sector competitive. In contrast, Beijing is banning shipments from key US corporations like Boeing and Micron Technology.
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