China says it has not imposed ban against Apple's iPhone

Foreign Ministry spokesperson cites reports of 'security issues' with device

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Many public servants in China own iPhones for personal use, with the Apple smartphone holding an estimated 15% share of the market. © Reuters

SHUNSUKE TABETA, Nikkei staff writer

BEIJING -- China has not prohibited the use of iPhones through any law or official edict, a government spokesperson said Wednesday in response to recent media reports.

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