Zhang Xinmin, an agricultural official with the State Statistical Bureau, argues that dependence on foreign suppliers would impose a burden on the Chinese government and the world market.
According to an official at Apple, the company depends on Japanese firms for vital components because few suppliers elsewhere can live up to its rigorous standards.
The official said the company would in the past likely have ignored anonymous complaints against its suppliers but did not do so this time because of concern it would be accused of not taking corruption seriously.
Only official U.S. Olympic Team sponsors, including TOP worldwide Partners, USOC sponsors, suppliers and merchandise licensees may obtain a waiver to use athletes in advertising during this period.