Amidst the ongoing saga surrounding the fate of TikTok in the United States, reactions to President Donald Trump's proposal to potentially require the company to give up a 50% stake have been mixed, with American users celebrating the delay of the ban while Chinese sentiments are less positive.
China's Foreign Ministry emphasized that the future of TikTok should be determined by companies in accordance with Chinese law, urging the US to provide an open, fair, and non-discriminatory business environment for companies from all nations.
On Chinese social media platforms like Weibo, where discussions on TikTok's situation have been prominent, there has been a wave of criticism towards Trump's suggestion of a joint venture that would involve giving up a significant stake in the company.
Many users expressed their discontent, drawing comparisons to other prominent American companies like Apple, Tesla, and Nvidia, questioning why they should not also be required to give up 50% of their shares to Chinese entities.
The reactions from both American and Chinese perspectives highlight the complex and contentious nature of the discussions surrounding TikTok's future, as geopolitical tensions continue to influence the fate of the popular social media platform.
