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Whatever the reality behind Jack Ma’s govt relations, the actions are part of steps by Beijing to increase tech regulation

These apps have been banned by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) for engaging in activities which are "prejudicial to the sovereignty and integrity of the country, defence, security of the state and public order".

They topped the day off with bowls of Japanese ramen noodles, also purchased with a scan of an Alipay code.