Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao welcomed Apple CEO Tim Cook in Beijing on Friday, emphasizing the importance of maintaining stable cooperation with Chinese partners for mutual development. Both parties discussed Apple’s business growth in China and China-U.S. economic ties, with Cook committing to long-term investments in China.
Minister Wang highlighted China’s efforts to enhance the business environment for foreign companies and encouraged Apple to deepen its presence in the Chinese market. He emphasized the importance of mutual benefit in China-U.S. economic relations and expressed willingness to restore stable cooperation through regular exchanges.
Cook praised China’s support in Apple’s growth and reaffirmed the company’s commitment to long-term development in China. Apple sees China as a vital market and supply chain partner, with plans to increase investments in research, development, and the supply chain to bolster growth.