As far as I know and what I have read, there are several things about China's recognition of Bitcoin.
The first:
China has recognized Bitcoin as a unique and unreplicable digital asset while recognizing its scarcity and intrinsic value.
And the second:
several courts in China have recognized Bitcoin and other digital assets as legal property protected by law.
Here I come to the conclusion, China just doesn't really recognize Bitcoin as a legal country, that's all, admiration for Bitcoin, maybe they are desperate to ban Bitcoin in various ways.
The reason why China is not serious about recognizing Bitcoin can be strengthened by other evidence.
Example:
Even though there has been recognition, the Chinese government regarding Bitcoin reportedly still does not have negative sentiments towards Bitcoin. China imposed a blanket ban on all forms of crypto activity, including Bitcoin mining.
China is cunning and does everything it can to gain benefits for them.