China says Indian ban on apps will violate WTO rules

China said on Tuesday that India’s move to ban 59 Chinese-origin mobile apps could be a breach of World Trade Organisation (WTO) rules. They urged New Delhi to create an open and fair business environment.

“India’s measure selectively and discriminatorily aims at certain Chinese apps on ambiguous and far-fetched grounds. It runs against fair and transparent procedure requirements, abuses national security exceptions and (is suspected of) violating WTO rules,” says Ji Rong. He is the spokesman at the Chinese embassy in New Delhi.

India banned the apps on Monday It was it’s strongest move against China in the online space since fighting erupted on the two countries’ border this month.

Update by Ayesha Rahman

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