Microsoft denies rumors of ceasing operations in China

Microsoft Corp, on Monday, denied rumors that the company plans to cease operations in China.

A spokesperson said in a statement to China Daily that reports claiming that the company will stop operating in China are untrue, adding that all inquiries regarding the business and operations of Wicresoft should be directed to them.

Wicresoft was co-founded by Microsoft and the Shanghai municipal government in 2002. It is an independent firm providing IT services under a long-standing licensing agreement.

Screenshots of an internal email by Wicresoft HR showed that due to evolving geopolitical dynamics and shifts in the international business environment, Wicresoft's project with Microsoft will cease operations in China, effective April 8, 2025.

Wicresoft was not immediately available for comments.