On the news of ban on iPhone in government offices, China said, there is no ban on its sale.

China has not imposed any restrictions on the purchase and use of foreign phone brands, the Chinese Foreign Ministry said on Wednesday in response to media reports that some government agencies and firms barred employees from using Apple’s iPhones at work. Was asked to do. Asked about the reports, Foreign Ministry spokesman Mao Ning told a regular press briefing that China has not issued laws, regulations or policy documents that prohibit the purchase and use of foreign brand phones such as Apple.

But recently we’ve seen a lot of media exposure of security incidents related to Apple phones. The Chinese government attaches great importance to information and cyber security and treats both domestic and foreign companies equally. Reuters recently reported that China has extended existing restrictions on iPhone use by state employees, asking employees at some central government agencies to stop using their Apple (AAPL.O) mobiles at work.

The reported ban coincides with rising tensions between Beijing and Washington, and signals growing challenges for Apple, which is heavily dependent on China for revenue growth and manufacturing. Mao said China hopes all mobile phone companies will strictly comply with its laws and regulations, as well as strengthen information security management. China has emphasized the use of locally made technology products, as technology has become a major national security issue for Beijing and Washington.