Xinhua news agency, China Daily, Global Times and other state mouthpieces see Apple boss Tim Cook's apology for any misunderstandings that had led to the perception that Apple's attitude was arrogant in its dealings with Chinese consumers as better late than never and call for an end to "double standards" and privileges for foreign companies in China.

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The news of Mr Shi's recognition triggered a heated debate in academic circles, China Youth Daily notes in an article republished by Xinhua news agency.

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Newspapers including the Chongqing Economic Times and China Daily published only a report by the official Xinhua News Agency in their inside pages, without further commentaries.

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