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Facebook’s Compromising Connection with China: A Senate Hearing Recap

The complexities of international business, particularly concerning data privacy and national security, have come under scrutiny in recent Senate hearings. Recently, Senator Richard Blumenthal led an inquiry focused on Facebook's dealings in China, revealing alarming insights into the company’s operations under Communist Party regulations.

Regulatory Requirements Under the Communist Party

Operating in China requires foreign companies like Facebook to comply with stringent laws. These include registering with authorities and storing data on local servers, which, as revealed during the hearing, allows Chinese security services access to any data hosted within the country.