US Ban on Chinese Software in Connected Cars Sparks China's "Discrimination" Backlash

China protested on the 23rd against media reports that the U.S. government will impose a complete ban on the use of Chinese-made software in connected cars operating on American roads, calling it a "discriminatory measure."

Lin Zhen, Spokesperson of the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Connected cars are vehicles that exchange information with their surroundings via wireless networks and provide functions such as navigation, autonomous driving, and driver assistance systems.

At a regular briefing that day, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Zhen said, "What I want to emphasize is that China opposes the U.S. generalizing the concept of national security and imposing discriminatory measures on Chinese companies and products."

Spokesperson Lin urged, "We call on the U.S. to respect market principles and provide an open, fair, transparent, and non-discriminatory business environment for Chinese companies," adding, "China will firmly safeguard its legitimate rights and interests."

Major foreign media reported the previous day that the U.S. Department of Commerce plans to ban Chinese-made software used in connected and autonomous vehicles starting with the 2027 model year, and hardware from January 2029.

The U.S. government has been pursuing measures to restrict imports of connected cars using Chinese-made components, citing concerns that they could pose a national security threat.

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