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Bessent Says TikTok Terms to Balance U.S. Security and Chinese Interests

Bessent stated that the proposed commercial terms for TikTok aim to protect U.S. national security while retaining the app’s Chinese characteristics, following early compensation demands by a Chinese delegation.

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  • Export Control: Government-imposed regulations that restrict the export of certain goods, technologies, or services for reasons of national security or trade policy.
  • Tariff: A tax imposed by a government on imported or exported goods, often used as a trade policy tool.
  • National Security Interest: A government’s strategic goals aimed at safeguarding the country’s sovereignty, safety, and well-being.