The same can be said about encrypted iOS backups, and maybe we’ll see forced CSAM scanning return.
Why is anyone expecting a corporation to be an activist and not obey the laws of the countries they operate in?
That’s insane fantasy, utterly disconnected from reality.
However, they were compelled by the CCP to disable P2P file sharing between iOS devices, to limit the spread of dissident messages.
That’s certainly oppressive, but note that the oppressor is the Chinese government.
Problem isn't solved that way either, but at least a bit of honestly and maybe integrity would remain.