China warns potential TikTok ban as an act of bullying that would backfire on America
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China's Response to Potential TikTok Ban
China's foreign ministry has described a potential TikTok ban as "an act of bullying" that would have negative consequences for America. The comments were made in response to a House of Representatives vote on legislation that would require TikTok's Chinese owner, ByteDance, to sell the app to an American company or face being barred in the US. China argues that the US has not provided evidence of how TikTok endangers national security and accuses the US of bullying tactics.
Concerns Over National Security
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US officials and lawmakers have expressed concerns about TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, potentially handing over user data to the Chinese government. There are also fears that the app could be used as a tool for spreading propaganda or misinformation. However, cybersecurity experts say that these concerns remain hypothetical and no evidence has been presented that the Chinese government has accessed the data of US TikTok users.
House Vote and Chinese Response
The House of Representatives vote on the legislation will proceed under fast-track rules and is expected to pass with bipartisan support. The bill will then move to the Senate for further consideration. China has previously stated its opposition to any forced sale of TikTok and has emphasized that any sale or divestiture must comply with Chinese laws and regulations.
Support for TikTok in China
On Chinese social media site Weibo, TikTok has become a trending topic with many users expressing support for the app and its efforts to fight against the potential ban. Some users have accused the US of being hypocritical and have criticized the US for attempting to rob TikTok. Chinese state-run media outlets, such as the Global Times, have also defended TikTok and criticized the US for its actions.
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