One More Country Announces Latest Ban On Chinese Streaming Services ‘Tencent’ And ‘iQiyi’, Check Where ?

New Delhi: In a move to stop chinese apps functioning, Taiwan’s National communications commission announced new rules that would prohibit Taiwanese individuals and companies from providing services to mainland Chinese streaming operators and distributing their content. This decision is provisional pending a 14-day public comment period.

According to a government notice published online Tuesday, Tencent Video and iQiyi have been “operating illegally” in Taiwan by partnering with local broadcasters and distributors to provide their video content through streaming services.

The proposed ban is being seen as an evidence of the growing backlash against China’s tech champions in global markets. Relations between Beijing and Taipei have been souring ever since the election of Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen in 2016, who was perceived by the Chinese government as being in favour of the island’s formal independence. Washington has also moved closer to Taiwan.

Tencent Video and iQiyi both offer services that are similar to Netflix. They stream licensed content, and also produce original television shows and movies that have become popular with Mandarin-speaking audiences.