In a significant move towards strengthening tech ties, China's Minister for Industry and Information Technology, Jin Zhuanglong, met with Apple CEO Tim Cook in Beijing on Wednesday.
The discussions centered around Apple's growth in China, online data security management, and the expansion of cloud services, as stated by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.
Minister Jin highlighted that China has been progressively opening up its telecommunications sector over recent years, creating ample opportunities for foreign companies to invest and operate within the country. He emphasized China's commitment to promoting high-standard opening up, advancing the digital industry, and transforming traditional industries through digital technologies. These efforts aim to provide international investors with more opportunities and a better business environment.
Expressing his hopes for the future, Minister Jin encouraged Apple to deepen its engagement with the Chinese market, enhance its innovation initiatives, and grow alongside Chinese enterprises to mutually benefit from China's high-quality development.
Tim Cook responded by affirming Apple's eagerness to seize the opportunities presented by China's opening up. He assured that Apple plans to continue increasing its investment in China, thereby contributing to the high-quality development of the industrial and supply chains.
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