Passage 1
WeChat's and TikTok's success in securing new social media licenses in Malaysia not only highlights Chinese technology giants' capabilities in meeting stringent compliance standards in overseas markets, 1._____ also reflects their growing influence across Southeast Asia, industry experts said on Monday.
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission, 2._____ country's communications regulator, said late last week that it 3._____ (grant) permission to WeChat and TikTok to operate in the country under a new social media law. This law, 4._____ main aim is to address rising cybercrime, requires social media platforms with over 8 million users 5._____ (get) a license to operate by Jan 1.
Wang Peng, an associate researcher at the Beijing Academy of Social Sciences, pointed out that the success of these two apps shows the proactive attitude of Chinese tech firms. They've established the necessary capabilities to protect user data, manage harmful content, and cooperate with government regulatory bodies. Such efforts offer a legal guarantee for their long - term and stable 6._____ (operate) in Malaysia.
He also mentioned that they are well - positioned 7._____ (boost) their business scope and market share globally. This success not only benefits the companies themselves but also has a positive impact on the 8._____ (globe) perception of Chinese tech. It shows that Chinese tech companies can meet international regulatory requirements and 9._____ (compete) with global peers.
However, it's important to note that while they've achieved this milestone, they still need to continuously adapt to 10._____ (vary) regulatory environments around the world.
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Passage 2
United States tech giant Google, 1._____ operates the video platform YouTube, and major social media platform X, 2._____ was formerly known as Twitter, have yet to apply for licenses in Malaysia. YouTube has concerns about how its video - sharing features are classified under the new law, and X claims its local user base doesn't reach the 8 - million threshold.
Meta Platforms, which owns Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, is in the process of applying for a license, and messaging platform Telegram is in the final stages of obtaining 3._____ (it).
This situation indicates the cautious approach of international tech giants when 4._____ (face) regulatory requirements in different countries. They are careful about changing their business models and strategies.
According to market research, the number of TikTok users in Malaysia 5._____ (estimate) to reach around 17 million in 2023, and WeChat had about 12 million users in Malaysia in 2024. This shows the high penetration of these Chinese apps in Southeast Asia.
Pan Helin, a member of the Expert Committee for Information and Communication Economy, 6._____ is part of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, said that the expansion of Chinese tech companies in Southeast Asia has had a positive impact on local economies. Their advanced technologies, like convenient payment systems and diverse digital content, have spurred innovation.
These technologies have also improved the digital ecosystem in the international market, 7._____ (bring) convenience to users. They contribute positively to local socioeconomic development. However, as they expand, they need to balance 8._____ (compete) with local companies and adhering to local regulations.
In addition, they should also consider how to further integrate 9._____ (they) into the local digital culture. This way, they can not only gain a larger market share but also contribute more 10._____ (significance) to the local development.
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Passage 3
China has made a significant breakthrough in copper exploration on the Qinghai - Tibet Plateau over the past four years, with 1.____ discovery of more than 20 million metric tons of copper ore deposits. The China Geological Survey, 2.____ institution under the Ministry of Natural Resources, said on Monday that the fresh discovery will greatly enhance the security of 3.____ (nation) copper resources.
The total copper ore deposit in the Qinghai - Tibet Plateau, 4.____ has four mines each with over 10 million tons of copper reserves, accounts for more than two - thirds of the national total. This significantly 5.____ (alter) the landscape of copper exploration in China. The total resource potential of the four mines is estimated 6.____ (reach) 150 million tons, making the plateau a world - class copper resource base.
China has stepped up copper exploration nationwide over the past four years. More than 30 million tons of new copper ore deposits 7.____ (identify) in places from the Xizang autonomous region to Heilongjiang, Hubei and Jiangxi provinces.
Tang Juxing, an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, said the Qinghai - Tibet Plateau's copper resources could ensure the security of China's industrial and supply chains. "Copper plays a vital role in the development and utilization of green energy such as wind and solar power," Tang said.
The mineral also has vast application prospects in emerging fields such as electric vehicles and photovoltaics. For example, the amount of copper used in an EV is four times 8.____ of a gasoline - powered vehicle. This makes the new energy sector a new growth point for copper consumption in the country.
China's copper consumption 9.____ (surge) in recent years, transforming it from a net exporter of copper to the world's largest consumer and net importer of copper. Data also showed that global copper concentrate production has seen a slight decline, while the supply and demand of refined copper 10.____ (tighten) as prices keep fluctuating and rising.
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