China to assess, investigate Meta's acquisition of AI startup Manus


Reuters | Beijing | Updated: 08-01-2026 13:14 IST | Created: 08-01-2026 13:14 IST
China to assess, investigate Meta's acquisition of AI startup Manus
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China will assess ‌and investigate Meta's acquisition of artificial intelligence startup ⁠Manus, the Chinese commerce ministry said on Thursday. Companies engaging in ​activities such as foreign ‍investment, technology exports, data transfers abroad and acquisitions must comply ⁠with ‌Chinese ⁠laws and regulations, ministry spokesperson He ‍Yadong said at a press ​briefing.

The ministry will work ⁠with relevant departments to conduct an ⁠assessment and investigation into the consistency of ⁠this acquisition with laws and regulations, ⁠He ‌said.

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