Joint Comments to the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology on the draft Notice on Regulating Business Behaviors in the Cloud Service Market

The American Chamber of Commerce in China (AmCham China), BSA | The Software Alliance (BSA), the US-China Business Council, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce (the Chamber), and the United States Information and Technology Office appreciate the opportunity to submit comments to the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) on the draft Notice on Regulating Business Behaviors in the Cloud Service Market (the draft Notice). We recognize and support the government’s interest in clarifying the rules for cloud service operators, and appreciate the opportunity to provide comments.  

Our member companies represent a wide range of industries, including companies that develop, provide, and use cloud computing products and services. These companies enjoy deep investment ties with China, and contribute significantly to its economic growth, development of human capital, and innovative advancement.

Our organizations have reviewed all the provisions of the draft Notice and provide some specific recommendations here.

Joint Comments to the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology on the draft Notice on Regulating Business Behaviors in the Cloud Service Market