US President Barack Obama and Alibaba Chairman Jack Ma take part in a dialogue at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) CEO Summit in Manila November 18, 2015.[Photo/Agencies] |
Ma's remarks come as Alibaba works to invest heavily in ventures abroad. Executives have said its push beyond the China market is a top priority, as the company works to maintain its rapid growth.
Alibaba has said some of its larger overseas markets include Brazil and Russia.