China Vows Protection For National Enterprises Against US Restrictions

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi stated that China will continue to increase crackdowns on telecommunications fraud to protect Chinese personnel and projects in Myanmar. China remains committed to maintaining border peace and stability through bilateral cooperation. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi expressed firm support for Myanmar to pursue a development path consistent with its national conditions. A Chinese spokesperson stated China will closely monitor the legislative process of several bills passed by the US House Foreign Affairs Committee. These bills involve hardware technology controls and coordinated legal measures. China intends to evaluate the impact on its interests and will take necessary measures to protect the legitimate rights of Chinese enterprises. The announcement follows recent US legislative activity targeting technology sectors. China's Ministry of Commerce announced measures to protect Chinese companies following recent developments. Beijing stated that the European Union will be held responsible for any consequences resulting from these actions. China's Ministry of Commerce stated that the country will take all necessary measures to protect national enterprises if the United States implements new restrictions in the telecommunications sector. The ministry called on Washington to immediately abandon what it described as erroneous practices and to respect market rules. Beijing further alleged that the US Federal Communications Commission has abandoned the principle of technological neutrality and is misusing national security concepts.