Apple announced it will lower App Store commission rates in mainland China from 30% to 25%, effective March 15. The company cited "discussions with the Chinese regulator" as the reason for the fee reduction, which applies to both app sales and in-app purchases.
The move represents Apple's latest concession to Chinese regulatory pressure as the country continues scrutinizing foreign tech companies' business practices. China is Apple's third-largest market, making regulatory compliance crucial for the company's global revenue strategy.