Under the new structure, the joint venture oversees US user data, algorithm security, content moderation and software assurance. Meanwhile, TikTok has retained global product interoperability, with TikTok global"s US entities continuing to manage certain commercial activities, including e-commerce, advertising and marketing, according to the company.

　　During the China-US economic and trade talks in Madrid, Spain in September 2025, the two sides reached a basic framework consensus on properly resolving the TikTok issue through cooperation, reducing investment barriers and promoting relevant economic and trade cooperation, according to China"s Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM).

　　A MOFCOM statement said that the Chinese government fully respects companies" wishes and supports them in conducting equal-footed commercial negotiations based on market principles. China will also review matters involving TikTok"s technology exports and intellectual property licensing in accordance with the law.

　　China urged the US to provide a fair, open, transparent, and non-discriminatory business environment for the continuous and stable operation of Chinese enterprises in the US, so as to promote the stable, healthy, and sustainable development of China-US economic and trade relations, a MOFCOM spokesperson said in December, commenting on the reported agreements to establish TikTok"s US joint venture.