Alibaba has firmly denied recent allegations that accuse the tech giant of supporting the Chinese military in operations against the United States. A report by the Financial Times sparked this controversy, stating that Alibaba assisted Chinese military efforts, but the company wasted no time in calling these claims ‘completely false.’
Alibaba’s Response to the Accusations
In a strongly worded statement, Alibaba insisted that it operates strictly as a commercial entity and does not participate in any military or government intelligence projects. The company emphasized its commitment to ethical business practices and called the Financial Times report misleading.
What Does This Mean for Alibaba?
The timing of this accusation could not be more awkward for Alibaba, as the company is already facing scrutiny both at home and abroad. When tech titans have to spend more time denying spy stories than delivering packages, you know the world has gotten a bit too dramatic. At this rate, Alibaba might want to add ‘crisis management’ to their next quarterly report!
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FashionUnited – Original Article