Mr Trump said ByteDance 'might take action that threatens to impair the national security of the United States'.. Read more at straitstimes.com.
WASHINGTON - US President Donald Trump on Friday ordered the Chinese owner of the popular music video app TikTok to sell its US assets within 90 days, citing national security concerns and delivering the latest salvo in his standoff with Beijing.
Mr Trump said in the order released on Friday night, which has a 90-day deadline, that ByteDance"might take action that threatens to impair the national security of the United States". The panel, which is led by the Treasury secretary, includes officials from across 16 government departments and agencies, including State, Defence and Commerce. The White House referred questions to the Treasury Department.
"We're committed to continuing to bring joy to families and meaningful careers to those who create on our platform for many years to come."
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