What they say

"The increasingly sophisticated global supply chain has made food safety inspection a challenging job. The economic slowdown has also led some big-name corporations to cut back investment in food security inspections."

Zhi Shuping, minister of the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine

"I don't think that Chinese Internet companies entering the electric vehicle sector will hurt the existing manufacturers. On the contrary, the move will promote innovation and boost demand. It will be good for everyone."