The Ministry of Commerce of China: ZTE Corporation has carried out extensive trade and investment cooperation with hundreds of American enterprises and contributed tens of thousands of jobs to the United States. It is hoped that the US side will handle the matter in accordance with laws and regulations, properly, and create a just, fair and stable legal and policy environment for enterprises.

  A spokesperson for the Ministry of Commerce made a statement in response to inquiries

  A media outlet asked: The US Department of Commerce issued a notice last night stating that the US government has banned ZTE from purchasing sensitive products from US enterprises, claiming that ZTE had made false statements to US officials. May I ask what is China's comment on this?

  A spokesperson for the Ministry of Commerce said:The Chinese side noted the announcement made by the US Department of Commerce take measures of export control.

  China has always required Chinese enterprises to abide by the laws and policies of the host countries and conduct business legally and in compliance during their overseas operations. Zte Corporation has carried out extensive trade and investment cooperation with hundreds of American enterprises, contributing tens of thousands of jobs to the United States. It is hoped that the US side will handle the matter in accordance with laws and regulations, properly, and create a just, fair and stable legal and policy environment for enterprises.

  The Ministry of Commerce will closely monitor the development of the situation and stand ready to take necessary measures at any time to safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese enterprises.